cavern
/ˈkævən/ · /ˈkævərn/
CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #6306 in the learning path
大洞穴；大山洞
Definitions
n. A large natural underground cave.
大洞穴；大山洞
Example
Our torches revealed a deep pool inside the cavern.
手电筒照出了大洞穴里的一潭深水。
Tourism within a limestone cavern must be carefully managed to protect fragile formations and underground habitats.
石灰岩洞穴内的旅游活动必须受到妥善管理，以保护脆弱的岩层构造和地下栖息地。
Collocations
- a limestone cavern
- an underground cavern
- explore a cavern
Word family
- cavernous (adj.)
Synonyms
- cave
Usage tip
cavern是大洞穴；酒馆是tavern。
FAQ
- What does cavern mean?
- A large natural underground cave.
- How is cavern pronounced?
- UK /ˈkævən/, US /ˈkævərn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
