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Definition of simien
simien
/ˈsɪm.i.ən/
Si · mi · en
simien Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
• noun
1
A major mountain range and geographical region in northern Ethiopia, forming part of the Ethiopian Highlands and renowned for its spectacular rugged terrain and endemic wildlife.
Word Nuance & Usage
Frequently confused with the homophone 'simian' (an adjective or noun referring to apes and monkeys). 'Simien' is strictly a proper noun referring to a geographical region in Ethiopia.
• Rhymes for simien
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Simien. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/simien