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Definition of lofoi

lofoi

/loʊˈfɔɪ/
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lofoi Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A spectacular waterfall located in the Kundelungu National Park in the Haut-Katanga Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, recognized as one of the highest uninterrupted waterfalls in Africa.

Example

"During the rainy season, the Lofoi Falls swell with water, creating an impressive natural display visible from across the valley."


2

A river in the southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo that flows through the Kundelungu Mountains and creates the notable Lofoi Falls.

Example

"The rugged terrain surrounding the Lofoi makes it a challenging but highly rewarding destination for ecological researchers."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from local indigenous languages of the Katanga region in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, naming the prominent local river and its waterfall.

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