B2adjectivenaturescience
US/vɑːlˈkæn.ɪk/
UK/vɒlˈkæn.ɪk/
relating to a volcano, or made by a volcano
In context
The island is volcanic, so its soil is very rich.
Thick volcanic ash closed several airports across northern Europe for days.
Scientists are watching the volcanic activity under the mountain.
Words that go with volcanic
adjective + noun
- volcanic ashVolcanic ash can damage airplane engines.
- volcanic eruptionA volcanic eruption forced people to leave their homes.
- volcanic activityVolcanic activity has increased this month.
- volcanic soilVolcanic soil is good for growing coffee.
- volcanic rockThe beach is covered in black volcanic rock.