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Definition of seljalandsfoss
seljalandsfoss
/ˈsɛl.jə.lænds.fɔːs/
Sel · ja · lands · foss
seljalandsfoss Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A highly photographed and prominent waterfall located in the South Region of Iceland along the Seljalandsá river, notable for a distinctive natural cave and walking path that allows visitors to completely encircle the cascade by walking behind it.
Example
"During our road trip along the Ring Road in Iceland, we wore sturdy rain gear to brave the misty path behind Seljalandsfoss."
• Rhymes for seljalandsfoss
Word Origin & Etymology
From Icelandic 'Seljalandsfoss', formed by combining 'Seljaland' (the name of the local historical estate), the genitive suffix '-s' indicating possession, and 'foss' meaning waterfall.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Seljalandsfoss. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/seljalandsfoss