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Vesuvius

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Name — An active volcano near Naples, Italy, famous for the eruption in 79 CE that buried Pompeii.

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Etymology

From Latin Vesuvius, of uncertain origin.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Vesuvius” mean?

The word “Vesuvius” means an active volcano near Naples, Italy, famous for the eruption in 79 CE that buried Pompeii. In plain terms, the famous Italian volcano that destroyed Pompeii, and remains active today.

How do you pronounce “Vesuvius”?

“Vesuvius” is pronounced vuh-SOO-vee-uhs (/vəˈsu.vi.əs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Vesuvius” in a sentence?

Here is “Vesuvius” used in a sentence: “Vesuvius still looms over the Bay of Naples today.”

What part of speech is “Vesuvius”?

“Vesuvius” is a name.

Where does the word “Vesuvius” come from?

The word “Vesuvius” comes from Latin. From Latin Vesuvius, of uncertain origin.

Related words

Vesuvy

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