Definitions for fumaroleˈfyu məˌroʊl
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
fu•ma•roleˈfyu məˌroʊl(n.)
a hole in or near a volcano from which vapor rises.
Category: Geology
Origin of fumarole:
1805–15; < F fumerolle < LL fūmāriōlum, dim. of L fūmārium smoke chamber
fu`ma•rol′ic-ˈrɒl ɪk(adj.)
Wiktionary
fumarole(Noun)
An opening in the crust of an astronomical body that emits steam and gases.
Origin: From the fumarola.
Webster Dictionary
Fumarole(noun)
a hole or spot in a volcanic or other region, from which fumes issue
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