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Definition of maipo

maipo

/ˈmaɪ.poʊ/
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maipo Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major river in central Chile that originates in the Andes mountains and flows west to the Pacific Ocean, serving as the principal water source for the Santiago metropolitan region.

2

A fertile valley and highly regarded wine-producing region in central Chile, particularly celebrated for its production of premium Cabernet Sauvignon.

Example

"During our tour of South America, we visited several historic estates in the Maipo to sample their world-renowned red wines."

3

An active stratovolcano situated in the Andes mountains directly on the international border between Argentina and Chile.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Mapudungun word 'maipun', meaning 'plowed land' or 'to till the soil', reflecting the agricultural fertility of the valley in central Chile.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Maipo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/maipo
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