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Definition of skrikjofossen

skrikjofossen

/ˌskriːk.joʊˈfɒs.ən/
skrik · jo · fos · sen
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skrikjofossen Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A tall and prominent waterfall located in the municipality of Ullensvang in Vestland county, Norway, notable for its significant plunge of approximately 455 meters.

Example

"While exploring the dramatic landscapes of western Norway, the hikers stopped to admire the immense sheer drop of Skrikjofossen."

• Rhymes for skrikjofossen

• Nearby Words

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skorga
skradinski buk
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skull
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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Norwegian, combining the specific regional name 'Skrikjo' (likely related to the Norwegian word 'skrike' meaning 'to shriek' or 'cry', referring to the roar of the water) and 'fossen', the definite singular form of 'foss' (waterfall).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Skrikjofossen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/skrikjofossen
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