noun
caving
KAY-vihng
Caving (noun) means the recreational activity of exploring caves. Example: “They spent the weekend caving in the Mendip Hills.”
noun
1
The recreational activity of exploring caves.
"They spent the weekend caving in the Mendip Hills."
How to use caving
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe hobby of exploring caves, often underground and with equipment like helmets and ropes.
Easily confused with
potholing
Common pairings
go caving
a caving trip
caving gear
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Word forms
- Plural
- cavings
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Rhymes for caving
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What does “caving” mean?
The word “caving” means the recreational activity of exploring caves. In plain terms, the hobby of exploring caves, often underground and with equipment like helmets and ropes.
How do you pronounce “caving”?
“Caving” is pronounced KAY-vihng (/ˈkeɪvɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “caving” in a sentence?
Here is “caving” used in a sentence: “They spent the weekend caving in the Mendip Hills.”
What part of speech is “caving”?
“Caving” is a noun.
