tephra
Meaning
The solid material thrown into the air by a volcanic eruption that settles on the surrounding areas.
Synonyms
volcanic rubble
volcanic debris
Translations
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈtɛ.fɹə/
Etymology
From the Ancient Greek τέφρα (téphra, “ash”).
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