Cavelike

/ˈkeɪv.laɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or having the characteristics of a cave, such as being dark, hollow, or cavernous.

Etymology

From 'cave' (Old French 'cave' from Latin 'cavus' meaning hollow) plus English '-like' (resembling); a compound word describing cave-like qualities.

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