Caver
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Caver is a noun meaning A person who explores caves.
Meaning
A person who explores caves.
More Meanings
- (mining, obsolete) One who works the tailings of a mine to extract small pieces of marketable ore.
Example Sentences
Pam has been caving for 25 years. She and her husband Tim are among the top cavers in the country. They are passionate about the world hidden beneath our feet and they were to be my instructors and guides on my first ever foray below ground that didn't involve getting on the tube.
Word Forms
- cavers
Synonyms for caver
Depending on context, synonyms include spelunker.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spelunker, canyoneer, excavator, cager, drainer, excavationist.
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