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Definition of hengifoss

hengifoss

/ˈhɛŋɡɪˌfɔːs/
Heng · i · foss
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hengifoss Lexical Profile

• noun

1

One of the highest waterfalls in Iceland, located in the East Region of the country and noted for the striking red clay strata sandwiched between its basalt rock layers.

Example

"During our trip to East Iceland, we hiked up the steep trail to admire the red and black rock formations framing Hengifoss."

• Nearby Words

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henderson
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henna
hepatica
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Icelandic Hengifoss, literally meaning 'hanging waterfall' (from 'hengi-' meaning hanging and '-foss' meaning waterfall).

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