incavate

/ɪŋkæˈveɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to hollow out or make hollow, especially in a natural rock formation

“The river had incavated a small cave into the side of the mountain.”

2. verb

to become or make hollow or concave

“The weight of the snow caused the roof to incavate.”

3. verb

to make or become recessed or sunken

“The incavation of the floor created a small depression.”

Synonyms

  • cave
  • hollow

Antonyms

  • expose
  • project