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Definition of kathmandu

kathmandu

/ˌkæt.mænˈduː/
Kath · man · du
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kathmandu Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The capital and largest city of Nepal, situated in the Kathmandu Valley in the central Himalayas, renowned for its historic architecture and Hindu and Buddhist temples.

Example

"Before beginning their ascent to Mount Everest base camp, the mountaineering team spent several days purchasing supplies in Kathmandu."

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• Nearby Words

kashgar
kasturi
katahdin
kathmandu
katla
katoomba
katowice

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from 'Kasthamandap', a 12th-century wooden temple built in the city center. The name originates from Sanskrit 'kāṣṭha' (wood) and 'maṇḍapa' (pavilion or shelter).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kathmandu. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kathmandu
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