Sinkhole ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Sinkhole ( noun )

1. A hole in the ground, especially one that is formed by the collapse of soil, rock, or underground mine workings.
2. A depression or hole in the surface of an area of land, caused by the collapse of the roof of a cavern or by the dissolution of the underlying limestone or other rock.

Origin:

From sink + hole, first used in 1834. the word sink in this context means "to disappear or fall in".

Examples:

1. The town was evacuated after a sinkhole opened up in the center of the main street.
2. The sinkhole was formed by the collapse of an underground cave system.
3. Sinkholes are common in areas where the soil is made up of limestone.
4. The sinkhole was filled with water and became a popular swimming hole.
5. The sinkhole expanded over time, and eventually swallowed the entire house.

(As a verb)

Sinkhole ( verb )

1. A hole in the ground, especially one that is formed by the collapse of soil, rock, or underground mine workings.
2. A depression or hole in the surface of an area of land, caused by the collapse of the roof of a cavern or by the dissolution of the underlying limestone or other rock.

Origin:

From sink + hole, first used in 1834. the word sink in this context means "to disappear or fall in".

Examples:

1. The town was evacuated after a sinkhole opened up in the center of the main street.
2. The sinkhole was formed by the collapse of an underground cave system.
3. Sinkholes are common in areas where the soil is made up of limestone.
4. The sinkhole was filled with water and became a popular swimming hole.
5. The sinkhole expanded over time, and eventually swallowed the entire house.