Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cratera
noun
/kreɪˈtɛərə/
Definition
A crater is a large, bowl-shaped hole in the ground or on the surface of a planet or moon, typically formed by an explosion or impact.
Examples
- The moon’s surface is covered with craters from past impacts.
- During the hike, we reached the rim of the crater, which was breathtaking.
- Scientists study craters to understand the history of our planet’s surface.
Meaning
Cratera refers specifically to a depression created by volcanic activity or the impact of a meteorite.
Synonyms
- hollow
- depression
- bowl