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Definition of caroni

caroni

/kəˈroʊni/
ca · ro · ni

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caroni Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major river in southeastern Venezuela that flows northward into the Orinoco River, notable for its dark, tannin-rich waters and its significant role in the country's hydroelectric power generation.


2

A historical county and geographic region in the western part of the island of Trinidad, known for its extensive wetlands, wildlife conservation, and historic sugarcane industry.

Example

"Birdwatchers flock to the Caroni Swamp in Trinidad to observe the brilliant plumage of the native scarlet ibis as they return to roost at sunset."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from indigenous Cariban languages of northern South America, originally used to name the local river and subsequently applied to various geographical features and territories in the region.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Caroni. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/caroni
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