iguazu falls

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iguazu falls

The family gazes in awe at the magnificent Iguazu Falls.

Definition

Proper noun: * A large waterfall on the border between Argentina and Brazil: Iguazu Falls is a massive system of waterfalls located on the Iguazu River, forming the border between the Argentine province of Misiones and the Brazilian state of Paraná. It is one of the largest and most spectacular waterfalls in the world.

Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Our trip to South America included a visit to the breathtaking Iguazu Falls.
    • The power and beauty of Iguazu Falls is an unforgettable sight.
    • The national parks surrounding Iguazu Falls are protected UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Devil's Throat" (Garganta del Diablo): This is the name of the largest and most impressive cataract within the Iguazu Falls system, a U-shaped chasm where half of the river's flow plunges.
    • The walkway leads directly over the roaring Devil's Throat at Iguazu Falls.
Variants and Related Words
  • Iguazú Falls: An alternative spelling, using the Spanish orthography.
  • Iguaçu Falls: An alternative spelling, using the Portuguese orthography (Foz do Iguaçu).
  • Cataratas del Iguazú: The Spanish name for the falls.
  • Cataratas do Iguaçu: The Portuguese name for the falls.
Synonyms
  • Waterfall system: A general term for a group of waterfalls.
  • Cataract: A large, powerful waterfall.
Related Phrases
  • Iguazu National Park (Argentina): The Argentine side of the protected area.
  • Iguaçu National Park (Brazil): The Brazilian side of the protected area.
iguazu falls

The family gazes in awe at the magnificent Iguazu Falls.

Noun
  1. a large waterfall on the border between Argentina and Brazil

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