cavum en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈkeɪ.vəm/ (General-American)
- /ˈkɑv.əm/ (General-American)
Etymology
Unadapted borrowing from Latin cavum (“a hollow, hole”). Doublet of cave and cavus.
Meanings
- A recess or hollow. ▸ The lower part of the concha of the ear adjoining the origin of the helix.
- A recess or hollow. ▸ The nasal cavity.
- A fallstreak hole.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| cava | Number=Plur | lexicographic |