Vulcan

Pronunciation: /ˈvʌlkən/

Vulcan (noun)

  1. In Roman stories, a god who makes metal and works with fire.
  2. A name used for a planet in space science, linked to the idea of intense heat.
  3. A name used for a character or team in some science-fiction stories.

Examples

  • People tell stories about Vulcan, the Roman fire god.
  • Vulcan is often linked with fire and metalwork in myths.