Crater (noun)

1. A large, bowl-shaped depression in the surface of a planet or moon, typically caused by an impact or explosion.
2. A large, round hole in the ground, typically one caused by a volcanic eruption or meteor impact.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin crater "mixing bowl", from greek krater "bowl for mixing wine".

Examples:

1. Mount Vesuvius created a large crater.
2. The asteroid created a large crater when it hit the earth.
3. The crater was several miles wide.
4. The crater was formed by a volcanic eruption.
5. The crater was home to a small lake.