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Definition of fjallfoss

fjallfoss

/ˈfjɑːl.fɔːs/
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fjallfoss Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A prominent, cascading waterfall located in the Westfjords region of Iceland, also known as Dynjandi, characterized by its wide, bridal-veil shape flowing over a series of rocky tiers.

Example

"During our summer road trip through the Westfjords, we hiked up the rocky path to marvel at the immense scale of Fjallfoss."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Icelandic 'fjall' (mountain) and 'foss' (waterfall), literally translating to 'mountain waterfall'. In English contexts, it almost exclusively refers to the specific landmark in Iceland.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fjallfoss. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fjallfoss
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