vesuvius mountain

Ve·su·vi·us

[vuh-soo-vee-uhs]
noun
an active volcano in SW Italy, near Naples. Its eruption destroyed the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum a.d. 79. About 3900 feet (1190 meters).
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Vesuvius (vɪˈsuːvɪəs) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
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Italian name: Vesuvio a volcano in SW Italy, on the Bay of Naples: first recorded eruption in 79 ad, which destroyed Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Stabiae; numerous eruptions since then. Average height: 1220 m (4003 ft)

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