cavity

English

/ˈkævɪti/, [ˈkʰævɪɾi]

noun
Definitions
  • A hole or hollow depression.
  • A hollow area within the body (such as the sinuses).
  • (dentistry) A small or large hole in a tooth caused by caries; often also a soft area adjacent to the hole also affected by caries.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English cavity derived from Middle French cavité derived from Latin cavitas, cavus (hollow, concave, cavity, sunken).

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Latin

cavus

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hollow, concave, cavity, sunken

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