Definitions

1. verb

to cause something to become covered or buried under volcanic ash or lava

“The volcano vesuviated the nearby town, causing widespread destruction.”

2. verb

to be affected or covered by volcanic ash or lava

“The area vesuviated during the eruption, forcing residents to evacuate.”

3. noun

an eruption of a volcano that covers a large area with ash or lava

“The vesuviation of Mount Vesuvius was a significant event in ancient Roman history.”