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volcanic

/vɒlˈkanɪk/

Meanings
  • noun

    A volcano is a rupture or vent in the surface of the earth, through which lava, ash, and gas escape.

    - "The eruption of the volcano caused widespread destruction."
    - "The volcanic ash cloud disrupted air travel."
    - "The volcano is located near the coast."
  • adjective

    Of or relating to volcanoes.

    - "Volcanic activity can be dangerous."
    - "The volcanic rock was rich in minerals."
    - "The volcanic region was covered in ash."

Rhymes
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canic , anemic , atic
Variants
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volcanic , volcanically , volcanics , volcanic glass , volcanic glasses , Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument , Lassen Peak
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'Vulcan,' the Roman god of fire.


Trivia
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  1. The largest volcano on Earth is Mauna Loa in Hawaii.

  2. The most active volcano in the world is Kilauea in Hawaii.

  3. The deadliest volcanic eruption in recorded history was the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa, which killed over 36,000 people.


Related Concepts
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  1. Magma: Molten rock beneath the earth's surface.

  2. Eruption: The forceful expulsion of magma, ash, and gas from a volcano.

  3. Lava flow: A river of molten rock and ash that flows from a volcano.


Culture
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Volcanoes have been a source of fascination and fear throughout history. They have been depicted in literature, art, and music, and have inspired many myths and legends. In some cultures, volcanoes are considered sacred and are believed to have spiritual significance.

How to Memorize "volcanic"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a mountain with smoke and ash coming out of the top.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'volcanic' with the image of a volcano.

  3. mnemonics

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