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Definition of mount stromboli
mount stromboli
mount stromboli Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A highly active volcano located on the island of Stromboli in the Tyrrhenian Sea, off the northern coast of Sicily, Italy, renowned for its frequent, spectacular eruptions.
Word Nuance & Usage
Frequently referred to simply as 'Stromboli,' the mountain also serves as the namesake for 'Strombolian eruptions,' a distinct geological classification for mild, continuous volcanic explosive activity.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mount stromboli. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mount stromboli