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lava (noun)

Lava is the very hot, liquid rock that comes out of a volcano when it erupts. After it cools down and stops moving, it turns into hard, solid stone.

💬 Example

"The red lava moved slowly down the side of the mountain."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'Lava' as 'Liquid' and 'Altered' rock. It flows like a liquid and alters the landscape forever.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
molten rock magma volcanic flow scoria igneous material
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'magma' for surface flows. → The lava flowed down the hill.

Saying 'many lavas' to describe a lot of it. → There was a lot of lava.

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