Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cave-mouth
noun
/keɪv maʊθ/
Definition
The opening or entrance of a cave.
Examples
- The cave-mouth was hidden behind a thick curtain of vines.
- Explorers gathered at the cave-mouth, eager to discover what lay within.
- A chill breeze wafted out from the cave-mouth, hinting at the cool air inside.
Meaning
A cave-mouth refers to the point where a cave opens up, leading into the dark, enclosed space inside. It can vary in size from small openings to large entrances, and it is often the first part of a cave that visitors encounter.
Synonyms
- entrance
- opening
- portal
- mouth
- aperture
