Definition: The Hebrew word "zaurus" means "crater." In Greek, it translates to "narrow gash." The name comes from a Mesopotamian name, suggesting a narrow entrance in a large valley or cavern. Definition: "Zaurus," as used in this context, refers to the narrow gash that separates two parts of the Earth. It is associated with the formation of rivers and canyons through which water flows and eventually empties into oceans.