Volcano: meaning, definitions and examples
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volcano
[ vษlหkeษช.noส ]
natural formation
A volcano is a rupture in the crust of a planet that allows lava, volcanic ash, and gases to escape from a magma chamber beneath the surface. Volcanoes are often found at the boundaries of tectonic plates, where magma rises to the surface due to pressure build-up. They can vary in shape and size, from tall and conical mountains to broad and gently sloping hills. Eruptions can be explosive or effusive, leading to various natural phenomena such as lava flows or ash fall.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Mount St. Helens erupted in 1980.
- The volcano spewed ash into the sky.
- Scientists monitor volcano activity closely.
- Lava flows can destroy everything in their path.
Translations
Translations of the word "volcano" in other languages:
๐ต๐น vulcรฃo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคตเคพเคฒเคพเคฎเฅเคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Vulkan
๐ฎ๐ฉ gunung berapi
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒัะปะบะฐะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ wulkan
๐ฏ๐ต ็ซๅฑฑ
๐ซ๐ท volcan
๐ช๐ธ volcรกn
๐น๐ท volkan
๐ฐ๐ท ํ์ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุฑูุงู
๐จ๐ฟ vulkรกn
๐ธ๐ฐ vulkรกn
๐จ๐ณ ็ซๅฑฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ vulkan
๐ฎ๐ธ eldfjall
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐะฝะฐััะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ vulkan
๐ฒ๐ฝ volcรกn
Etymology
The word 'volcano' originates from the Latin word 'Vulcanus', referring to the Roman god of fire and craftsmanship. The term entered the English language in the 16th century, during a time of increased exploration and scientific study of natural phenomena. The association with Vulcan also signifies the link between fire and the earth's inner processes, as volcanoes often erupt with immense heat and lava. Historically, areas with active volcanoes were often feared and revered by ancient civilizations, who saw them as manifestations of divine power. The study of volcanic activity has evolved significantly over the centuries, leading to advances in both geological understanding and safety measures for communities living near such natural hazards.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranked #12,492, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.
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