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Meaning of waterfall
A natural flow of water over a steep drop
Etymology of waterfall
The word "waterfall" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with "water" coming from Old English "wæter" and "fall" from Old English "feallan", meaning to fall or drop
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe natural formations where water flows over a steep drop
Synonyms
Definitions
- A natural flow of water that drops from a steep slope or cliff
- * A cascade of water, typically formed by a river or stream flowing over a steep drop
Usage Examples
- The hike ended at a breathtaking waterfall, where we swam and picnicked
- * The sound of the waterfall was soothing and helped me fall asleep
- * The waterfall was a popular spot for photographers and nature lovers
Antonyms
drought
dryness
aridity
barrenness
desert
dryland
wasteland
parchedness
desiccation
dehydration
waterlessness
landlock
stillness
calmness
serenity
peacefulness
quietness