Meaning of the word abyss in English

What does abyss mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

abyss

US /əˈbɪs/
UK /əˈbɪs/

Noun

a deep or seemingly bottomless chasm

Example:
The climbers gazed into the dark abyss below them.
He felt as if he was staring into an abyss of despair.
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