maar
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Noun — A wide, low volcanic crater formed by an explosive eruption, often later filled with water to form a lake.
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How to use maar
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Etymology
Borrowed from German Maar, ultimately traced back to Latin mare, "sea" — the same root behind "marine" and "mere".
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What does “maar” mean?
The word “maar” means a wide, low volcanic crater formed by an explosive eruption, often later filled with water to form a lake. In plain terms, a type of shallow, wide volcanic crater, often filled with water.
How do you pronounce “maar”?
“Maar” is pronounced mah (/mɑːɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “maar” in a sentence?
Here is “maar” used in a sentence: “The region is dotted with maars, many now peaceful lakes ringed by forest.”
What part of speech is “maar”?
“Maar” is a noun.
Where does the word “maar” come from?
The word “maar” comes from Latin. Borrowed from German Maar, ultimately traced back to Latin mare, "sea" — the same root behind "marine" and "mere".