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Definition of athirappilly
athirappilly
/ˌæt.ɪ.rəˈpɪl.i/
Ath · i · rap · pil · ly
athirappilly Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A prominent and scenic waterfall situated on the Chalakudy River in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India, often colloquially referred to as the 'Niagara of India'.
Example
"Tourists flocked to Athirappilly to witness the majestic waterfalls in full flow during the monsoon season."
2
A grama panchayat (village council) and town in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India, famous for its lush green tropical forests and rich regional biodiversity.
Example
"The local economy of Athirappilly relies heavily on eco-tourism and the conservation of its surrounding tropical forests."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Malayalam language (അതിരപ്പിള്ളി), referring to the specific geographic location and waterfall in the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Athirappilly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/athirappilly