stand on ground; immediately; site conditions
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesverb
to stand on the ground; to exist on earth
neutralOften used in idioms and set phrases, such as 顶天立地 (indomitable) and 立地书橱 (walking encyclopedia).
He stands indomitable between heaven and earth, a true hero.
This old professor is erudite and can truly be called a walking encyclopedia.
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That ancient tree has stood on the earth for a thousand years, still lush and verdant.
noun
site conditions (in forestry); habitat conditions including soil, climate, and hydrology
Technical forestry terminology referring to the environmental factors affecting tree growth.
With different site conditions, tree growth varies accordingly.
Forestry workers are investigating the site types of this forest.
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Site quality directly affects the yield of artificial forests.
adverb
immediately; at once; right away
literaryOften used in set phrases and idioms, particularly in Buddhist contexts such as 放下屠刀，立地成佛. Implies instant transformation or action.
Lay down the butcher's knife and immediately become a Buddha—salvation is at hand for those who repent.
Hearing these words, his expression changed immediately.
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As long as you are willing to reform, you immediately become a good person.