CHTHONIC
chthonian, chthonic, nether
(adjective) dwelling beneath the surface of the earth; “nether regions”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
chthonic (not generally comparable, comparative more chthonic, superlative most chthonic)
Dwelling within or under the earth. [from late 18th c.]
Source: Wiktionary
Chthon"ic, a. Etym: [Gr.
Definition: Pertaining to the earth; earthy; as, chthonic religions. [The] chthonic character of the wife of Zeus. Max MĂĽller.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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