Meaning & Definition of word "Volcano"

Volcano

/vɒlˈkeɪ.noʊ/

1. A mountain or hill which has a crater through which lava, rock fragments, hot vapor, and gas are erupted from the earth's crust.
- Example: Mount St. Helens is an active volcano located in Washington State.
2. A vent in the earth's crust through which volcanic materials are expelled.
- Example: The volcano erupted after being dormant for decades.
3. A volcanic region, including the land around the volcano.
- Example: The region is known for its stunning landscapes shaped by ancient volcanoes.
4. An opening in the Earth's surface from which molten rock and other materials can escape.
- Example: The volcano spewed ash high into the atmosphere.

The word 'volcano' comes from the Latin 'Vulcanus', the name of the Roman god of fire.

volcanic eruption:

A sudden discharge of material from a volcano.

ring of fire:

A major area in the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur.

lava flow:

A stream of molten rock that pours or oozes from an erupting volcano.

magma:

Molten rock beneath the Earth's surface that forms lava when it erupts.

ash:

Fine particles expelled during a volcanic eruption.

crater:

The bowl-shaped depression at the top of a volcano.

Meaning: A situation or event that suddenly escalates and becomes uncontrollable.

Example Sentence: When he found out about the lies, his anger erupted like a volcano.

Meaning: Something that is very intense or passionate.

Example Sentence: Her volcano of emotions was hard to contain during the argument.