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/ˈkæv.ərn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
a large cave or a large chamber in a cave.
The explorers ventured deep into the cavern, marveling at the stalactites hanging from the ceiling.
a space resembling a cavern, often dark and spacious.
The old abandoned warehouse had a cavern-like quality, with shadows looming in every corner.
a deep, hollowed-out area underground.
The cavern was home to various species of bats that only emerged at night.
Etymology
From Old French 'caverne', from Latin 'caverna', from 'cavus', meaning 'hollow'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cavernous:
Having the quality of a cavern; deep or hollow.
seal the cavern:
To close off a large space, often referring to the preservation of something.
cavern of memories:
A figurative expression referring to a vast store of recollections.
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Slang Meanings
A term to describe a very large, dark room or space.
This room is like a cavern; it's so big and dark in here!
Used to refer to a place where people gather, reminiscent of a cave-like setting.
We turned the garage into a cavern for our band to practice in.