tephra

Pronunciation: /ˈtɛ.fɹə/

The English word “tephra” has 1 meaning listed here.

noun

The solid material thrown into the air by a volcanic eruption that settles on the surrounding areas.

From the Ancient Greek τέφρα (téphra, “ash”).

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