Meaning & Definition
verb
Arrive at a destination, usually after a journey by air.
The plane landed safely despite the bad weather.
To cause to descend and come to rest, especially on a surface.
He expertly landed the helicopter on the landing pad.
To attain or achieve something.
She landed a job at her dream company.
adjective
Having come to land, especially after a journey.
Once we are landed, we will check into the hotel.
Of or relating to property or real estate.
The landed gentry often had vast estates.
Etymology
From the verb 'land', meaning to come to land or to arrive.
Common Phrases and Expressions
landed gentry:
The class of landowners who traditionally were wealthy and owned large amounts of land.
landed on one's feet:
To emerge from a difficult situation in a good position.
Slang Meanings
To score or obtain something successfully.
He really landed a great job after graduation.
To get caught or in trouble.
If you keep skipping class, you’re gonna land in hot water.