Cave meaning

What does “cave” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“cave” is a noun and verb with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a geological formation consisting of an underground enclosure with access from the surface of the ground or from the sea.

cave

noun

  1. a geological formation consisting of an underground enclosure with access from the surface of the ground or from the sea

verb

  1. hollow out as if making a cave or opening

    “The river was caving the banks”

    Synonymsundermine
  2. explore natural caves

    Synonymsspelunk

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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