Dictionary Blog: Pliniano

Meaning of the word:

The word “plinian” is an adjective that refers to something related to explosive volcanism, characterized by violent and explosive volcanic eruptions. These eruptions are accompanied by a large amount of ashes, gases and fragments of rocks expelled from the volcano.

Origin of the Word:

The term “plinian” derives from the name of the Roman writer and naturalist Plínio, the old man, who described in his work “natural history” the eruptions of Vesuvius volcano in AD. These eruptions were so intense and devastating that they became known as eruptions Plinianas.

Adverbs of the Word:

Plinianly

Conjunctions of the Word:

Plinian that, Pliniano as, Plinian when

Synonyms of the Word:

Vulcanian, explosive, violent rash

Word Definitions:

1. Concerning explosive volcanic eruptions;
2. characterized by a large amount of ashes, gases and fragments of rocks expelled from the volcano;
3. Referring to the eruptions of the Vesuvius volcano described by Plínio, the old.

Phrases that the word applies:

• The rash of the volcano was of a Plinian nature, causing great destruction in the region.
• Scientists study Plinian phenomena to better understand volcano behavior.
• Plinian eruptions are considered the most explosive and dangerous.

Examples of the word word:

The volcano erupted plinicly, throwing ashes and washes several kilometers away.

The rock fragments expelled during the Plinian eruption caused significant damage to the areas near the volcano.

Rhymes with the word:

Italian, barrel, human, insane, sovereign

Anagrams with the Word:

Pliniano has no anagrams.