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Definition of takkakaw

takkakaw

/ˈtæk.ə.kaʊ/
tak · ka · kaw
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takkakaw Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Canadian A prominent waterfall located in Yoho National Park in British Columbia, Canada, recognized as one of the highest waterfalls in North America.

Example

"We hiked through the lush evergreen forest of Yoho National Park to witness the breathtaking drop of Takkakaw."

• Nearby Words

takahe
takakkaw
takin
takkakaw
taku
talc
talinum

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Cree word 'takkakaw', meaning 'it is magnificent' or 'splendid', which was adopted to name the prominent waterfall in British Columbia.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Takkakaw. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/takkakaw
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