cavern
What is another word for cavern? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A large cave, especially one with a spacious underground chamber.
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Etymology
From Old French caverne, from Latin caverna ("cavity, cave"), from cavus ("hollow").
Full origin of cavern →Frequently asked questions
What does “cavern” mean?
The word “cavern” means a large cave, especially one with a spacious underground chamber. In plain terms, a big cave or cave-like hollow space, usually underground.
How do you pronounce “cavern”?
“Cavern” is pronounced KAV-uhn (/ˈkæv.ɚn/ in IPA).
How do you use “cavern” in a sentence?
Here is “cavern” used in a sentence: “Tourists were led through a vast, echoing cavern lit by lanterns.”
What part of speech is “cavern”?
“Cavern” is a noun.
Where does the word “cavern” come from?
The word “cavern” comes from Latin. From Old French caverne, from Latin caverna ("cavity, cave"), from cavus ("hollow").
How many meanings does “cavern” have?
“Cavern” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large cave, especially one with a spacious underground chamber.
