sinkhole
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sinkhole, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A hole in the ground formed when water dissolves underlying rock, causing the surface to collapse.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use sinkhole
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From sink plus hole.
Full origin of sinkhole →Frequently asked questions
What does “sinkhole” mean?
The word “sinkhole” means a hole in the ground formed when water dissolves underlying rock, causing the surface to collapse. In plain terms, a hole or depression that opens up in the ground, often suddenly, where soluble rock has eroded away underneath.
How do you pronounce “sinkhole”?
“Sinkhole” is pronounced SIHNGK-hohl (/ˈsɪŋkˌhoʊl/ in IPA).
How do you use “sinkhole” in a sentence?
Here is “sinkhole” used in a sentence: “A sinkhole swallowed part of the road overnight.”
What part of speech is “sinkhole”?
“Sinkhole” is a noun.