cave-in
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B2
/ˈkeɪvˌɪn/
collapse inward
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'cave-in' originates from the combination of 'cave' and the preposition 'in', indicating a collapse inward.
Historical Evolution
The word 'cave' comes from the Latin 'cavus', meaning 'hollow'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any hollow space, but over time it evolved to specifically denote a collapse inward.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a collapse of a structure, especially an underground one, such as a mine or tunnel.
The miners were trapped due to a sudden cave-in.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42