waterfall
noun
wa·ter·fall
ˈwȯ-tər-ˌfȯl 
ˈwä-
1
a
: a perpendicular or very steep descent of the water of a stream
b
: an artificial waterfall (as in a hotel lobby or a nightclub)
2
: something resembling a waterfall
Examples of waterfall in a Sentence
I used to like to throw sticks in the stream and watch them go over the waterfall.
Recent Examples on the Web
The region is well-equipped to handle surges of out-of-towners, with the entertainment district and famous waterfall in the city of Niagara Falls seeing 7 million to 9 million visitors each summer, a spokesperson for Mayor Robert Restaino told Fox News Digital.
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Christina Coulter, Fox News, 5 Apr. 2024
The art shows park guests traversing an outdoor lake in boats that pass by a large waterfall, with creatures from the fictional Pandora locale scurrying nearby.
—EW.com, 3 Apr. 2024
Today, Hidden Valley spans 7,200 sprawling acres and welcomes guests into a genuinely unique natural oasis, home to dozens of hiking trails, countless waterfalls, and several natural pools, all available to lodge guests.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2024
The home comes with six bedrooms, 6 ½ bathrooms, a guesthouse, a home theater, a butler's kitchen, two washers and dryers, wood shutters, two islands, a 500-bottle wine cooler, a pool with a rock cave and a waterfall, and a putting green.
—Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 1 Apr. 2024
The giant hydroelectric project the Norway deal was supposed to fund, powered by a waterfall, has long been stalled.
—Gaiutra Bahadur Keisha Scarville, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2024
Across the wooded acreage are expanses of rolling lawns, two ponds fed by a natural creek with waterfalls, several fire pits, and extensive decking positioned to bask in the majestic surroundings.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2024
For visitors, the airport’s location on the western edge of the city will be an ideal gateway for travelers wanting to explore the nearby Blue Mountains National Park, known for its striking cliffs, waterfalls, and unique sandstone formations.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2024
The alligator had lived for years in a custom addition to Cavallaro's house complete with heated floors, a filtering indoor pond with a waterfall and spa jet, tropical plants and a bar.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2024
Christina Coulter, Fox News, 5 Apr. 2024
The art shows park guests traversing an outdoor lake in boats that pass by a large waterfall, with creatures from the fictional Pandora locale scurrying nearby.
—EW.com, 3 Apr. 2024
Today, Hidden Valley spans 7,200 sprawling acres and welcomes guests into a genuinely unique natural oasis, home to dozens of hiking trails, countless waterfalls, and several natural pools, all available to lodge guests.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2024
The home comes with six bedrooms, 6 ½ bathrooms, a guesthouse, a home theater, a butler's kitchen, two washers and dryers, wood shutters, two islands, a 500-bottle wine cooler, a pool with a rock cave and a waterfall, and a putting green.
—Catherine Reagor, The Arizona Republic, 1 Apr. 2024
The giant hydroelectric project the Norway deal was supposed to fund, powered by a waterfall, has long been stalled.
—Gaiutra Bahadur Keisha Scarville, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2024
Across the wooded acreage are expanses of rolling lawns, two ponds fed by a natural creek with waterfalls, several fire pits, and extensive decking positioned to bask in the majestic surroundings.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2024
For visitors, the airport’s location on the western edge of the city will be an ideal gateway for travelers wanting to explore the nearby Blue Mountains National Park, known for its striking cliffs, waterfalls, and unique sandstone formations.
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2024
The alligator had lived for years in a custom addition to Cavallaro's house complete with heated floors, a filtering indoor pond with a waterfall and spa jet, tropical plants and a bar.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2024
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waterfall
noun
wa·ter·fall
ˈwȯt-ər-ˌfȯl
ˈwät-
: a fall of water usually from a great height
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