Definitions

1. noun

A hollow or empty space within something, such as a tooth or the body.

“The dentist found a cavity in my tooth that needed to be filled.”

2. noun

A space or opening in something, such as a wall or a rock.

“The explorers discovered a cavity in the cave that led to a hidden chamber.”

3. noun

A period of time when there is a lack of economic activity or a decline in a particular industry.

“The company experienced a cavity in demand during the economic downturn.”

4. verb

To make a hollow or empty space within something.

“The dentist had to cavity the tooth to remove the decay.”

5. verb

To remove or destroy something from the inside.

“The miners had to cavity the rock to extract the valuable minerals.”