land-loving
[/ˈlænd ˌlʌv.ɪŋ/]
adjective
que ama a terra; terrestre; amante da terra
1. Having a strong preference or affection for land as opposed to sea or water; preferring terrestrial environments
Land-loving animals like elephants and deer rarely venture into deep water.
Animais que amam a terra, como elefantes e veados, raramente se aventuram em águas profundas.
2. Characteristic of or relating to creatures or people who thrive on or are adapted to land environments
The land-loving tortoise spends most of its life away from water sources.
A tartaruga terrestre passa a maior parte de sua vida longe de fontes de água.
3. Inclined toward agricultural or rural lifestyles rather than maritime pursuits
A land-loving culture developed farming techniques suited to their region.
Uma cultura amante da terra desenvolveu técnicas agrícolas adequadas à sua região.
This term is commonly used in zoological and biological contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it often appears in educational materials about fauna and flora classification. The concept relates to cultural movements emphasizing sustainable agriculture and rural living, which have gained popularity in both countries.
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