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Definition of svartifoss

svartifoss

/ˈsvɑːr.tɪˌfɒs/
svar · ti · foss

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svartifoss Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A prominent waterfall located in Vatnajökull National Park in Iceland, famous for its striking backdrop of dark, hexagonal basalt columns.

Example

"Many hikers visiting the national park in Iceland make sure to photograph the geometric rock formations surrounding Svartifoss."

Word Origin & Etymology

From Icelandic 'svarti' (meaning 'black') and 'foss' (meaning 'waterfall'), referring to the dark, hexagonal basalt columns that surround the falls.

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