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CHTHONIAN

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does chthonian mean? 

CHTHONIAN (adjective)
  The adjective CHTHONIAN has 1 sense:

1. dwelling beneath the surface of the earthplay

  Familiarity information: CHTHONIAN used as an adjective is very rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


CHTHONIAN (adjective)


Sense 1

Meaning:

Dwelling beneath the surface of the earth

Synonyms:

chthonian; chthonic; nether

Context example:

nether regions

Similar:

infernal (being of the underworld)


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