lava
English
/ˈlɑːvə/, /ˈlɑːvə/
noun
Definitions
- The molten rock ejected by a volcano from its crater or fissured sides.
- (informal) Magma.
- A shade of red, named after the volcanic lava.
Etymology
Derived from Italian lava (lava, wash).
Origin
Italian (Fiorentino)
lava
Gloss
lava, wash
Concept
Semantic Field
Basic actions and technology
Ontological Category
Action/Process