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Definition of huangguoshu

huangguoshu

/ˌhwɑːŋ.ɡwoʊˈʃuː/
huang · guo · shu

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huangguoshu Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major waterfall on the Baishui River in Guizhou province, China, renowned as one of the largest and most famous waterfalls in East Asia.

Example

"During our tour of Guizhou province, we marveled at the immense scale and roaring waters of Huangguoshu."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Mandarin Chinese 黄果树 (Huángguǒshù), literally meaning 'yellow fruit tree,' named after a local plant found near the waterfall.

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