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Definition of nepal

nepal

/nəˈpɔːl/
Ne · pal
Adjective:Nepalese
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nepal Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A landlocked country in South Asia situated primarily in the Himalayas, bordered by China to the north and India to the south, east, and west, and known for being home to Mount Everest.

Example

"Thousands of trekkers visit Nepal every year to explore the stunning trails of the Himalayas and experience the rich local culture."

• Rhymes for nepal

• Nearby Words

neoscholastic
neotropical
neotropical rattlesnake
nepal
nepean
nepenthes
nepeta

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the ancient name for the Kathmandu Valley. The exact etymology is debated; it may originate from the Tibeto-Burman word 'Nepa' or from a legendary Hindu sage named 'Ne' who protected ('pal') the land.

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