geyser
2 synonyms for geyser, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A hot spring that periodically shoots a column of water and steam into the air.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
hot spring
thermae
How to use geyser
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
geyser erupts
natural geyser
Etymology
From Geysir, the name of a famous hot spring in Iceland, from the Old Norse verb geysa, "to gush."
Full origin of geyser →Frequently asked questions
What does “geyser” mean?
The word “geyser” means a hot spring that periodically shoots a column of water and steam into the air. In plain terms, a natural hot spring that erupts periodically — or, in British English, a household water heater.
How do you pronounce “geyser”?
“Geyser” is pronounced GEE-zuh (/ˈɡaɪ.zɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “geyser” in a sentence?
Here is “geyser” used in a sentence: “Tourists gathered to watch the geyser erupt on schedule.”
What is another word for “geyser”?
Words with a similar meaning to “geyser” include hot spring and thermae.
What part of speech is “geyser”?
Depending on how it is used, “geyser” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “geyser” come from?
The word “geyser” comes from Old Norse. From Geysir, the name of a famous hot spring in Iceland, from the Old Norse verb geysa, "to gush.".
How many meanings does “geyser” have?
“Geyser” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hot spring that periodically shoots a column of water and steam into the air.
