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Definition of hunlen
hunlen
/ˈhʌn.lən/
hun · len
hunlen Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Canadian A major waterfall located in Tweedsmuir South Provincial Park in British Columbia, Canada, renowned for being one of the highest unbroken waterfalls in the country as it plunges from Turner Lake.
Example
"During our aerial tour of the provincial park, we were struck by the breathtaking sheer drop of Hunlen."
Word Nuance & Usage
Almost exclusively encountered as part of the proper noun 'Hunlen Falls'; it is rarely used as a standalone word outside of this specific geographical context.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Named after a historical Tsilhqot'in (Chilcotin) chief named Hunlen, who maintained a trap line in the vicinity of the falls in British Columbia.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hunlen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hunlen