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CAVE Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word cave. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word cave. (close relations)
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cavern
nounn
noun

• any large dark enclosed space

• a large cave or a large chamber in a cave

verb

• hollow out as if making a cavern

cavity
nounn
noun

• a sizeable hole (usually in the ground)

• space that is surrounded by something

• soft decayed area in a tooth; progressive decay can lead to the death of a tooth

• (anatomy) a natural hollow or sinus within the body

den
nounn
noun

• the habitation of wild animals

• a hiding place; usually a remote place used by outlaws

• a unit of 8 to 10 cub scouts

• a room that is comfortable and secluded

grotto
nounn
noun

• a small cave (usually with attractive features)

hole
verb, nounv, n
noun

• an opening into or through something

• an opening deliberately made in or through something

• one playing period (from tee to green) on a golf course

• an unoccupied space

• a depression hollowed out of solid matter

• a fault

• informal terms for a difficult situation

• informal terms for the mouth

verb

• hit the ball into the hole

• make holes in

hollow
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not solid; having a space or gap or cavity

noun

• a cavity or space in something

• a small valley between mountains

• a depression hollowed out of solid matter

adjective satellite

• as if echoing in a hollow space

• devoid of significance or force

• lacking in substance or character

verb

• remove the inner part or the core of

• remove the interior of

tunnel
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a passageway through or under something, usually underground (especially one for trains or cars)

• a hole made by an animal, usually for shelter

verb

• move through by or as by digging

• force a way through

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spelunk
verbv
verb

• explore natural caves

undermine
verbv
verb

• destroy property or hinder normal operations

• hollow out as if making a cave or opening

look out
verbv
verb

• be vigilant, be on the lookout or be careful

• to protect someone's interests

Best Hypernyms For CAVE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for cave, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (3)
explore formation hollow
Phrases (3)
core outgeological formationhollow out

Alternatives for CAVERN

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