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    Vulcano (en. Volcano)

    /bulˈka.no/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Mountain or hill that has a crater through which lava flows.
    The Cotopaxi volcano is one of the tallest in the world.
    El vulcano Cotopaxi es uno de los más altos del mundo.
    Geological structure that allows magma to escape.
    Volcanoes can be active, dormant, or extinct.
    Los vulcanos pueden ser activos, inactivos o extintos.
    Geological situation that affects the formation of the landscape.
    The eruption of the volcano completely modified the surrounding region.
    La erupción del vulcano modificó completamente la región circundante.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'vulcanus', Roman god of fire.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    volcanic eruption
    Natural phenomenon where lava and ash are expelled from a volcano.
    erupción volcánica
    volcanic zone
    Geographic area characterized by the presence of volcanoes.
    zona volcánica
    active volcano
    Volcano that has had recent eruptions.
    vulcano activo

    Related Words

    lava
    Molten rock expelled by a volcano during an eruption.
    lava
    volcanic ash
    Fine particles produced in a volcanic eruption.
    ceniza volcánica
    magma
    Molten rock found within the earth before it erupts from a volcano.
    magma

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to someone as 'vulcano' can indicate that they are explosive or intense in their behavior.
    Juan is a real volcano when he gets angry.
    Juan es un verdadero vulcano cuando se enoja.
    Used to describe a very lively party or event.
    Last night's party was a volcano, everyone had a great time.
    La fiesta de anoche fue un vulcano, todos se divirtieron mucho.