chasm

English

/ˈkæz(ə)m/

noun

Definitions

(geology) A deep, steep-sided rift, gap or fissure; a gorge or abyss.
(by extension) A large difference of opinion.

Etymology

Derived from Latin chasma derived from Ancient Greek χάσμα (cleft, abyss, gape).

Origin

Ancient Greek

χάσμα

Gloss

cleft, abyss, gape

Timeline

Distribution of cognates by language

Geogrpahic distribution of cognates

Cognates and derived terms

chasma English
chasmal English
chasmed English
chasmic English
chasmically English
chasmlike English
chasmophyte English
chasmous English
chasmy English
isochasm English
isochasmic English
chasma Latin
χάσκω Ancient Greek
χάσμα Ancient Greek
χᾰ́σκω Ancient Greek
*péh₂wr̥ Proto-Indo-European
χάσμα Greek (modern)