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Definition of spirefossen

spirefossen

/ˈspɪərəˌfɒsən/
Spi · re · fos · sen

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spirefossen Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A waterfall located in Norway, featuring the characteristic steep descents common to the region's mountainous and fjord-lined landscape.

Example

"The hiking trail winds up the steep valley, ultimately leading to a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking Spirefossen."

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Norwegian, combining 'spire' (meaning spire or shoot) with 'fossen' (the definite singular form of 'foss', meaning waterfall).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Spirefossen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/spirefossen
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