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Definition of selfoss

selfoss

/ˈsɛl.fɔːs/
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selfoss Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A town in southern Iceland located on the banks of the Ölfusá river, serving as a prominent regional center of commerce, agriculture, and small industries.

2

A broad, horseshoe-shaped waterfall on the river Jökulsá á Fjöllum in northern Iceland, situated just upstream from the more famous Dettifoss.

Word Nuance & Usage

In Icelandic geography, 'Selfoss' most commonly refers to the major town in southern Iceland, but it is also the name of a notable waterfall in the northern part of the country, which can sometimes cause confusion for travelers.

• Nearby Words

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