earthhouse

English

noun
Definitions
  • A dwelling that has been built to blend in with the surrounding landscape, being mostly underground with a grassy contoured roof; it may also be completely underground, or have a topping of intensive growth.

Etymology

Compound from English earth + English house (a house, company).

Origin

English

house

Gloss

a house, company

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