Caldera

Pronunciation: /kælˈdɛrə/

Definitions of caldera

noun a large volcanic crater, typically one formed by a major eruption leading to the collapse of the mouth of the volcano

Example Sentences

A1 A caldera is a large volcanic crater formed by the collapse of a volcano.

A2 Visitors can hike around the caldera of the dormant volcano.

B1 Scientists study the geology of the caldera to understand its formation.

B2 The caldera lake is a popular tourist destination for its stunning views.

C1 The caldera's unique ecosystem supports a variety of plant and animal species.

C2 Geologists are conducting research on the caldera to better predict future volcanic activity.

Examples of caldera in a Sentence

formal The caldera of the volcano is a large, bowl-shaped depression formed by the collapse of an emptied magma chamber.

informal We hiked up to the caldera of the volcano and enjoyed the breathtaking views from the top.

slang Dude, the caldera of that volcano is lit! You gotta check it out.

figurative Her emotions bubbled like a simmering caldera, ready to erupt at any moment.

Grammatical Forms of caldera

• past tense: calderas
• plural: calderas
• comparative: more caldera
• superlative: most caldera
• present tense: caldera
• future tense: will caldera
• perfect tense: have caldera
• continuous tense: is caldera
• singular: caldera
• positive degree: caldera
• infinitive: to caldera
• gerund: caldering
• participle: caldered

Origin and Evolution of caldera

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Spanish/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'caldera' originates from Spanish, derived from the Latin word 'caldaria' which means 'cooking pot' or 'cauldron'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a large volcanic crater formed by the collapse of a volcano's magma chamber, the term 'caldera' has evolved to also refer to other large circular depressions in the Earth's surface, such as those created by meteorite impacts or erosion.