vuurmond

Vuurmond is a term that translates from Dutch to English as "fire mouth." It can refer to several things, primarily related to the opening or source of fire. In a geological context, a vuurmond can describe the vent of a volcano, the opening from which lava, ash, and gases are expelled. This is where the molten rock, or magma, reaches the surface.

Beyond geology, the term vuurmond can be used more figuratively to describe the opening of any device or structure that produces or expels fire. This could include the muzzle of a firearm, where gunpowder combustion creates a high-pressure expulsion of a projectile, or the opening of a furnace or kiln where intense heat is generated. In some historical contexts, it might also refer to the opening of a hearth or fireplace. The common thread is the association with a contained or directed source of intense heat or flame. The specific meaning is often determined by the context in which the word is used.