'Solfatara' definitions:

Definition of 'Solfatara'

From: GCIDE

Solfatara \Sol`fa*ta"ra\, n.[It., from solfo brimstone, sulphur, L. sulfur, E. sulphur.] (Geol.) A volcanic area or vent which yields only sulphur vapors, steam, and the like. It represents the stages of the volcanic activity. [1913 Webster]