cave (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /keɪv/

Definition

A natural hollow space in the ground or in the side of a hill or cliff.

Examples

• The explorers discovered a hidden cave behind the waterfall.

• Many ancient civilizations used caves for shelter.

• We went spelunking and explored the deep cave system.

How to Use cave

cave in (phrasal verb)

To collapse or fall down. — "The ceiling of the old building caved in during the storm."

cave to (prepositional phrase)

To yield to pressure or demands. — "The manager refused to cave to the employee's unreasonable demands."

Synonyms of cave

Words with a similar meaning to cave:

• cavern
• grotto
• den
• hole

Antonyms of cave

Words with the opposite meaning to cave:

• peak
• surface

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