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Definition of nungnung
nungnung
/ˈnʌŋ.nʌŋ/
nung · nung
nungnung Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A prominent waterfall and its surrounding village situated in the mountainous Badung Regency of central Bali, Indonesia, celebrated for its steep jungle descent and powerful cascades.
Example
"Tourists often hike down a long, steep staircase through dense tropical foliage to experience the breathtaking plunge of Nungnung."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the local village name in the Badung Regency of Bali, Indonesia, internationally recognized primarily as the name of a famous local waterfall (Air Terjun Nungnung).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nungnung. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nungnung