martian
nounUK /ˈmɑːʃən/
US /ˈmɑːrʃən/
A martian is a pretend creature that lives on the planet Mars.
In the story, a friendly martian landed in the backyard.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Relating to the planet Mars.
Scientists study martian rocks to learn about the red planet.
3. A person from Mars in science fiction.
The martian waved at the astronauts from his spaceship.
4. Something that seems strange or otherworldly.
The new machine looked almost martian to the children.