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    Volcanique (en. Volcanic)

    /vɔl.ka.nik/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Related to a volcano.
    The region has many volcanic formations.
    La région possède de nombreuses formations volcaniques.
    Resulting from a volcanic eruption.
    Volcanic ash was spread over kilometers.
    Les cendres volcaniques ont été dispersées sur des kilomètres.
    Of an explosive nature, like an eruption.
    The volcanic activity in this area is very intense.
    L'activité volcanique de cette zone est très intense.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'vulcanicus', relating to Vulcan, the Roman god of fire.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    volcanic activity
    Phenomena related to eruptions and movements of volcanoes.
    activité volcanique
    volcanic wheel
    Geological formation in the shape of a wheel, often associated with stratovolcanoes.
    roue volcanique
    volcanic soil
    Soil rich in minerals from volcanic eruptions.
    terre volcanique

    Related Words

    volcano
    Mountain or hill formed by the emission of molten materials.
    volcan
    eruption
    Sudden release of magma and gas by a volcano.
    éruption
    ash
    Fine residue left by the combustion of volcanic materials.
    cendre

    Slang Meanings

    Intense excitement or explosive energy.
    That evening was volcanic!
    Cette soirée était volcanique !
    Something very chaotic or unpredictable.
    The discussion got volcanic, everyone started yelling.
    La discussion est devenue volcanique, tout le monde s'est mis à crier.