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Definition of faxi
faxi
/ˈfɑːksi/
fax · i
Plural:faxis
faxi Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A wide waterfall located on the Tungufljót river in South Iceland, often visited as a quieter stop along the Golden Circle route.
2
A horse, particularly of the Icelandic breed, that possesses an exceptionally thick, long, or flowing mane.
Example
"The equestrian enthusiast traveled to Iceland specifically to photograph a traditional faxi grazing in its native habitat."
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In English, 'faxi' is highly specialized; it is either used as a capitalized proper noun referencing the Icelandic waterfall or as a common noun in niche equestrian circles for a horse with a prominent mane.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Icelandic 'faxi', meaning a horse with a mane, derived from Old Norse 'fax' (mane).
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Faxi. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/faxi