Terra firma is a Latin phrase meaning `solid earth` ({ety||terra|earth||firma|solid}). The phrase refers to the dry land mass on the earth`s surface and is used to differentiate from the sea or air. Terra Firma may also refer to: ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terra_firma
terra firma 1. Solid ground, dry land; in contrast to water or air. 2. About 1605, 'part of the Italian mainland ruled by Venice', from Modern Latin terra firma; literally, 'firm land', from Latin terra 'earth, land'. Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/2120/3