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Crater
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a depression on the surface of a celestial body, formed by the impact of cosmic debris such as meteoroids or asteroids
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a faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near Hydra and Corvus
Example
They encountered a gigantic crater in the desert, evidence of a meteor impact from centuries ago.
Cometary impacts on planets or moons can leave behind craters or other surface features.
The meteor smashed into the Earth's surface, creating a massive crater.
The volcano erupted, causing lava to burst out from the crater.
Some adventurous travelers hike to the summit of active volcanoes to witness breathtaking views of molten lava flowing from their craters.