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Definition of kerio
kerio
/ˈkɛri.oʊ/
Ke · ri · o
kerio Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major river in Kenya, East Africa, that flows northward through the Great Rift Valley and empties into Lake Turkana.
Example
"The ecosystem along the Kerio relies heavily on its seasonal floodwaters to sustain the local wildlife and agriculture."
2
A prominent fault valley in Kenya situated between the Tugen Hills and the Elgeyo Escarpment, forming a significant branch of the Great Rift Valley system.
Example
"Many world-class runners train in the high altitudes surrounding the Kerio to build their cardiovascular endurance."
• Rhymes for kerio
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the indigenous Kalenjin naming for the river and the adjacent escarpment region situated in the Great Rift Valley of Kenya.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kerio. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kerio