Mother Earth

noun

—used to refer to the planet Earth as a woman or a goddess
protecting the resources of Mother Earth

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And Mother Earth is at the heart of every product. — Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026 And don't forget to find a way to celebrate Mother Earth's big day of celebration, too. — Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 22 Apr. 2026 Lungs of Mother Earth's windpipe, constructed of twisted wood, extends skyward above the lungs. — Isadora Pennington, AJC.com, 1 May 2026 Coquette — owned Jill Marcus, the founder of Mother Earth Group — is making a quick move down the street. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Mother Earth

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“Mother Earth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Mother%20Earth. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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