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volcano

The correct spelling is volcano.

How to pronounce volcano

/vɒlˈkeɪnəʊ/
noun

IPA: /vɒlˈkeɪnəʊ/

Say it like: Vol-can-o

The correct spelling is volcano. A vent or fissure on the surface of a planet (usually in a mountainous form) with a magma chamber attached to the mantle of a planet or moon, periodically erupting forth lava an…

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A vent or fissure on the surface of a planet (usually in a mountainous form) with a magma chamber attached to the mantle of a planet or moon, periodically erupting forth lava and volcanic gases onto the surface.
  2. 2.A form of firework.

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