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chthonian

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chthon·ic  (thnk) also chtho·ni·an (thn-n)
adj. Greek Mythology
Of or relating to the underworld.

[From Greek khthonios, of the earth, from khthn, earth; see dhghem- in Indo-European roots.]

chthonian [ˈθəʊnɪən], chthonic [ˈθɒnɪk]
adj
(Myth & Legend / Classical Myth & Legend) of or relating to the underworld
[from Greek khthonios in or under the earth, from khthōn earth]

chthonic, chthonian
having to do with the underworld.
See also: Earth
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.chthonian - dwelling beneath the surface of the earth; "nether regions"
infernal - being of the underworld; "infernal regions"


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