Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crater
noun
/ˈkreɪtər/
Definition
A crater is a circular depression or hollow in the ground, typically caused by volcanic activity or the impact of a meteorite.
Examples
- After the eruption, the volcano formed a large crater.
- The meteorite left a deep crater in the ground.
Meaning
The term ‘crater’ describes a bowl-shaped opening in the surface of a planet or moon, or on Earth, usually formed from an explosion or impact.
Synonyms
- hole
- pit
- indentation
