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Vocabulary Entry
volcano
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A mountain or hill with a crater through which lava, rock fragments, hot vapor, and gas erupt.
Example Sentences
"The volcano erupted and covered the town in ash."
"Scientists measure seismic activity to predict when a volcano might erupt."
"Mount St. Helens is one of the most well-known volcanoes in the United States."
V
verb
To explode or erupt like a volcano; to emit or release in a sudden or violent manner.
Example Sentences
"The tension in the room began to volcano as arguments broke out."
"He felt emotions volcano within him during the heated discussion."
"The debate made her feelings volcano, leading to an unexpected outburst."