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Definition of jog falls
jog falls
jog falls Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major plunge waterfall on the Sharavati River located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, India, renowned as one of the highest untiered waterfalls in the country.
Example
"During the heavy monsoon rains, the sheer volume of water cascading down Jog Falls creates a spectacular natural display."
Word Nuance & Usage
Though plural in form, 'Jog Falls' is treated as a singular geographical entity. It is also historically referred to as Gersoppa Falls.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Named after the neighboring village of Jog in Karnataka, India, combined with 'falls', describing the dramatic drop of the Sharavati River.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jog falls. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jog falls