cavity (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkævəti/

Definition

A hollow space or hole in a solid object or body.

Examples

• The woodpecker pecked a cavity into the tree trunk.

• The archaeologist discovered a burial cavity beneath the ancient ruins.

• A cavity in the wall was used to hide the stolen jewels.

How to Use cavity

cavity in (prepositional phrase)

A hollow space located within something. — "There was a cavity in the wall behind the bookshelf."

cavity between (prepositional phrase)

A hollow space situated in the space separating two things. — "A small cavity formed between the two rocks."

Synonyms of cavity

Words with a similar meaning to cavity:

• hole
• gap
• void
• excavation

Antonyms of cavity

Words with the opposite meaning to cavity:

• solid
• fullness

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