volcanic
/vɒlˈkænɪk/ · /vɑːlˈkænɪk/
CEFR level B2Topic NatureWord #4927 in the learning path
火山的；火山形成的
Definitions
adj. Related to volcanoes or produced by their activity.
火山的；火山形成的
adj. Sudden and extremely powerful, especially when describing anger.
猛烈爆发的
Example
We walked across dark volcanic rock near the coast.
我们在海岸附近的深色火山岩上行走。
Although volcanic eruptions threaten nearby settlements, the resulting soils can support highly productive agriculture over time.
虽然火山喷发威胁附近的居民区，但其形成的土壤经过一段时间后可支撑高产农业。
Collocations
- volcanic eruption
- volcanic ash
- volcanic activity
- volcanic rock
Word family
- volcano (n.)
- volcanism (n.)
Usage tip
通常作形容词；“火山岩”用volcanic rock。
FAQ
- What does volcanic mean?
- Related to volcanoes or produced by their activity. Sudden and extremely powerful, especially when describing anger.
- How is volcanic pronounced?
- UK /vɒlˈkænɪk/, US /vɑːlˈkænɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
