planetman

English

Etymology

Compound of planet +‎ man, modelled after countryman.

Noun

planetman (plural planetmen)

1. (science fiction, now rare) Someone from one's own planet.
   • 1976, Andre Norton, “Get Out of My Dream”, in Perilous Dreams, New York, N.Y.: DAW Books, Inc., page 130:

     One does not disturb a dreamer. It would be dangerous for both your planetman and the dreamer herself.

References

• Jesse Sheidlower, editor (2001–2024), “planetman, n.”, in Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction.