geyser

English

/ˈɡiːzə/, /ˈɡaɪzɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • (planetology) A boiling natural spring which throws forth at frequent intervals jets of water, mud etc., driven up by the expansive power of steam.
  • (British) An instantaneous, and often dangerous, hot water heater.
  • (South Africa) A domestic water boiler.

Etymology

Derived from Old Norse geysa (gush).

Origin

Old Norse

geysa

Gloss

gush

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