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Synonyms of cave

5 similar words

Another word for cave is earthhole. Other synonyms of cave are spelunk, heads up, look out and watch it.

Synonyms and similar words for cave

verbTo engage in the recreational exploration of caves.

interjectionLook out!; beware!

  • heads upUsed as an informal warning, caution, or call for attention; pay attention!
  • look out
  • watch itTo be careful or cautious; to pay attention to what one is doing (usually imperative).

nounMore synonyms

  • earthholeA hole or cavern in the earth; a cave.

Meaning of cave

  1. noun A large, naturally-occurring cavity formed underground or in the face of a cliff or a hillside.
  2. noun A hole, depression, or gap in earth or rock, whether natural or man-made.
  3. noun A storage cellar, especially for wine or cheese.

Full definition of cave

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Questions about synonyms of cave

What is another word for cave?
Cave has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as earthhole, spelunk, heads up, look out and watch it.
What does cave mean?
Cave means a large, naturally-occurring cavity formed underground or in the face of a cliff or a hillside.

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