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Definition of valverde

valverde

/vɑːlˈvɛər.deɪ/
val · ver · de

Plural:Valverdes
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valverde Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A Spanish surname of topographic origin, commonly borne by notable athletes, managers, and historical figures.

Example

"The crucial football match was decided by a stunning long-range strike from Valverde in the second half."


2

A municipality and the capital city of the island of El Hierro in the Canary Islands, Spain, notable for being the only Canarian capital situated inland rather than on the coast.

Example

"During our tour of the Canary Islands, we stopped in Valverde to experience its unique highland climate away from the ocean."


3

A province in the northwestern region of the Dominican Republic, widely known for its significant agricultural production, particularly of bananas and rice.

Example

"The local economy in Valverde relies heavily on the export of tropical fruits cultivated in its fertile valleys."

• Rhymes for valverde

Word Origin & Etymology

From Spanish 'Valverde', a common topographic surname and place name meaning 'green valley', derived from 'val' (valley) and 'verde' (green), ultimately rooted in Latin 'vallis' and 'viridis'.

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