smoothlava
nounUK /ˈsmuːð ˈlɑːvə/
US /ˈsmuːð ˈlɑːvə/
Smooth lava is hot melted rock that has cooled into a flat, shiny surface.
We walked carefully across the smooth lava near the volcano.
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2. A type of lava flow with a smooth, billowy, or ropy surface.
The smooth lava spread out like thick syrup before it hardened.
3. Cooled volcanic rock that feels slippery and polished underfoot.
The smooth lava was so shiny it reflected the sunlight.
4. A gentle, slow-moving stream of molten rock.
The smooth lava crept downhill without any loud explosions.