crater
cra
ˈkreɪ
krei
ter
tər
tēr
British pronunciation
/ˈkreɪtə/

Definition & Meaning of "crater"in English

Crater
01

the round top of a volcano

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The scientist studied the formation of the crater after the volcanic eruption.
Tourists hiked to the rim of the volcanic crater to view the lava lake below.
02

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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The Moon 's surface is covered with numerous craters of various sizes, formed over billions of years by impacts from space debris.
Planetary scientists study impact craters on Mars to understand its geological history and surface composition.
03

a faint constellation in the southern sky, situated near Hydra and Corvus

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Crater is difficult to see without a clear night sky.
The astronomer pointed out Crater among the stars.
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