Cavidad (en. Cavity)

/ka.βi.ðað/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Space or hollow inside something.
The tooth has a cavity that needs to be treated.
El diente tiene una cavidad que necesita ser tratada.
Hollow part of an organ or tissue.
The thoracic cavity protects the lungs.
La cavidad torácica protege los pulmones.
Cavity in which an organ is found.
The abdominal cavity houses several vital organs.
La cavidad abdominal alberga varios órganos vitales.

Etymology

From Latin 'cavitas', which means 'hollow' or 'empty space.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

dental cavity
Space in a tooth where decay forms.
cavidad dental
abdominal cavity
Space within the abdomen that contains organs.
cavidad abdominal
nasal cavity
Space inside the nose.
cavidad nasal

Related Words

cave
Hole or natural excavation in the ground, usually large.
cueva
hollow
Empty or interior space of something.
hueco

Slang Meanings

oral cavity.
Food remnants are lodged in the cavity.
En la cavidad se alojan los restos de la comida.
Cavity as a synonym for emotional depression.
I feel a cavity in my chest when I think of her.
Siento una cavidad en mi pecho cuando pienso en ella.