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A large, naturally-occurring cavity formed underground or in the face of a cliff or a hillside.

Example: We found a cave on the mountainside where we could take shelter.

A hole, depression, or gap in earth or rock, whether natural or man-made.

A storage cellar, especially for wine or cheese.

Example: This wine has been aged in our cave for thirty years.

A place of retreat, such as a man cave.

Example: My room was a cozy cave where I could escape from my family.

To surrender.

Example: He caved under pressure.

To collapse.

Example: First the braces buckled, then the roof began to cave, then we ran.

To hollow out or undermine.

Example: The levee has been severely caved by the river current.

To engage in the recreational exploration of caves.

Example: I have caved from Yugoslavia to Kentucky.