crater

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈkɹeɪ.tə(ɹ)/
/ˈkɹeɪ.tɚ/
/ˈkɹeː.təɹ/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

A hemispherical pit created by the impact of a meteorite or other object.

Synonyms
astrobleme
2 Definition

The basin-like opening or mouth of a volcano, through which the chief eruption comes; similarly, the mouth of a geyser, about which a cone of silica is often built up.

3 Definition

The pit left by the explosion of a mine or bomb.

4 Definition

(by extension) Any large, roughly circular depression or hole.

5 Definition

An ancient Greek vessel for mixing water and wine.

6 Definition

A living being; an animal or (sometimes derogatory) a human.

Example Sentences
  • He's a creature of habit.   insects and other creatures
7 Definition

A created thing, whether animate or inanimate; a creation.

8 Definition

A being subservient to or dependent upon another.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To form craters in a surface (of a planet or moon).

2 Definition

To collapse catastrophically; to become devastated or completely destroyed.

Synonyms
hollow out implode
3 Definition

To crash or fall.

Example Sentences
  • He cratered into that snow bank about five seconds after his first lesson.