earthen

[ ur-thuh n ]

/ ˈɜr θən /

composed of earth.

worldly.

Origin of earthen

1175–1225; Middle English erthen, Old English eorthen. See earth, -en²

From deep within, looking up at the tropical sky is like staring through the dome of some kind of earthen cathedral.

What Made Mexico’s Most Mysterious Beach? |Brandon Presser |October 14, 2014 |DAILY BEAST
The earthen ground floor was reserved for crop storage and the occasional chicken or other small animal.

A Little Too Off the Beaten Path in Burma |Katya Cengel |June 2, 2014 |DAILY BEAST
Nests are placed under bridges, in houses, or on cliffsides and earthen banks.

The Breeding Birds of Kansas |Richard F. Johnston
This long, narrow opening is approached from the outside by steps made in the earthen covering.

Wigwam and War-path; Or the Royal Chief in Chains |A. B. (Alfred Benjamin) Meacham

These earthen steps were still running with the late rain, and moss lay on them like a green film.

The Story Of Julia Page |Kathleen Norris
An earthen pot containing water was set down just inside the hut, and then the door was slammed, for the man was in a hurry.

With Wolseley to Kumasi |F.S. Brereton
Stephenson's house, or rather "shanty," had but one room, and that had an earthen floor.

Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 6 of 8 |Various

earthen

/ (ˈɜːθən) /

made of baked clay an earthen pot

made of earth