cavities

noun

Definition of cavitiesnext
plural of cavity
as in holes
a sunken area forming a separate space a cavity in the lawn where a tree stump had been removed

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Recent Examples of cavities Four hornet nests found inside alder tree cavities in Whatcom County were eradicated between October 2020 and September 2021. — Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024 This can cause cavities and lead to infection and tooth loss in the long term, affecting quality of life for children and adults alike. — Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 18 Dec. 2024 Mark shares that this is his first time encountering an elf owl and explains how these tiny, docile birds lead secluded lives, often nesting in saguaro cactus cavities made by woodpeckers. — Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 16 Dec. 2024

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