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Definition of gorgol
gorgol
/ˈɡɔːr.ɡɒl/
gor · gol
gorgol Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
An administrative region (wilaya) in southern Mauritania, West Africa, known for its agriculture and situated along the Senegal River.
Example
"The national government launched a new agricultural development initiative in the Gorgol region to improve food security."
2
A river in West Africa, located in southern Mauritania, that serves as a major tributary to the Senegal River.
Example
"During the rainy season, the waters of the Gorgol flow heavily, providing vital irrigation for the surrounding plains."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from local geographic nomenclature in Mauritania, West Africa, designating both the river system and the administrative region it runs through.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gorgol. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gorgol