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Definition of kintampo

kintampo

/kɪnˈtæm.poʊ/
Kin · tam · po
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kintampo Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A town and major transportation hub located in the Bono East Region of Ghana, renowned for its waterfalls and for being the geographical center of the country.

2

A Late Stone Age archaeological culture in West Africa, dating from around 2500 to 1400 BCE, recognized for its distinctive terracotta artifacts and evidence of early agricultural practices.

Example

"The Kintampo complex provides archaeologists with crucial evidence regarding the transition from hunting and gathering to food production in sub-Saharan Africa."

• Rhymes for kintampo

• Nearby Words

kinship
kinsman
kinswoman
kintampo
kintampo falls
kinuseo
kiosk

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from local Ghanaian languages (specifically the Akan/Bono dialects), naming a town that historically served as a major trading hub and is recognized as the geographical center of modern Ghana.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kintampo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 2, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kintampo
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