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[かん(間)·けつ(欠)·せん(泉)]
kanketsusen
noun

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[かん(間)·けつ(歇)·せん(泉)]
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[かん(間)·け·つ·せん(泉)]
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English Meaning(s) for 間欠泉

noun
  1. geyser
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Definition and Synonyms for 間欠泉

Geyser a spring that discharges hot water and steam
Synonyms: 間欠泉

Meanings for each kanji in 間欠泉

» interval; space
» lack; gap; fail; yawning radical (no. 76)
» spring; fountain

Categories 間欠泉 is a member of

Fountain a natural flow of ground water
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Sample Sentences for 間欠泉

The geyser sends up a column of hot water every two hours.
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