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Definition of mikeno

mikeno

/mɪˈkeɪnoʊ/
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mikeno Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A dormant volcanic mountain situated in the Virunga Mountains within the Democratic Republic of the Congo, renowned for its steep topography and as a critical natural habitat for critically endangered mountain gorillas.

Example

"Conservationists frequently monitor the dense forested slopes of Mikeno to protect the indigenous mountain gorilla populations from poachers."

• Rhymes for mikeno

• Nearby Words

midyim
mignonette
mikan
mikeno
milan
mildewcide
mile

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from a local dialect word meaning 'poor', so named because its extremely steep and rugged slopes render it completely unsuitable for human habitation or agriculture.

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