Definition

A mountain or hill that forms when hot rock, ash, and gas erupt from inside the Earth.

Example

The volcano erupted, sending ash and lava into the sky.

Conversation

Did you hear about the volcano that erupted last week?

Yeah, it was all over the news!

I can't believe how powerful a volcano can be.

I know, nature can be really unpredictable sometimes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Volcano → It originates from the Latin word 'Vulcanus' (meaning the Roman god of fire), which is derived from 'volcanus' (meaning fiery). The term refers to a mountain or hill that erupts with molten rock, ash, and gases, reminiscent of the fire associated with the god Vulcan.

Memory Tip

Imagine a fiery mountain named after the god of fire, Vulcan. This helps you remember that a volcano is a place where fiery eruptions occur.

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