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Definition of oulu

oulu

/ˈoʊ.luː/
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oulu Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major city and municipality in the region of Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland, located at the mouth of the Oulujoki river on the Gulf of Bothnia. It is the most populous city in Northern Finland and is widely recognized as a significant technology and educational hub in northern Europe.

Example

"After completing her degree in telecommunications, she accepted a research position at a prominent tech company based in Oulu."

• Nearby Words

otter
ouagadougou
oueme
oulu
oulujoki
oum er rbia
ourisia

Word Origin & Etymology

The name originates from the Oulujoki River, which runs through the city. It is widely believed to derive from a Sami word meaning 'floodwater' or 'meltwater'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oulu. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oulu
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