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Definition of faxi

faxi

/ˈfɑːksi/
fax · i
Plural:faxis
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faxi Lexical Profile

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• 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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Word Nuance & Usage

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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• Nearby Words

fawningly
fax
faxable
faxi
faze
fbi
fda

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 Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/faxi
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