I'm combing the list of Three-Letter Words, but it's hard to say that many are cool. They are either commonplace or obscure. This word is obscure, but it suits a purpose I didn't even know existed, but now that I know the word, I plan on using it.
VUG
A small cavity in a rock or vein,
often with a mineral lining of different composition
from that of the surrounding rock.
Wikipedia says
"The word vug was introduced to the English language
by Cornish miners, from the days when Cornwall
was a major supplier of tin.
Why it's useful: V, U, and G are unhelpful letters that don't go with other letters very well. Best to get rid of them quickly.
Why it's cool: Whenever you see a rock that has an opening with crystals inside, you are looking into a vug. Here are many examples of what I'm talking about. But you can use the word to describe any opening in a rock. Verdict: cool.
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