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

Synonyms

• cascade
• cataract
• fall(s)

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 garden dedicates a space to delicately pruned bonsai trees and provides soothing sounds of nature through its waterfall and fountain. —Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 14 Nov. 2024

Outdoor amenities include a swimming pool, terraced patios, gardens, woodland trails, a natural pond, and a waterfall. RELATED: This $9.2 Million Mansion in Connecticut Has a Hidden Staircase to Your Bedroom Because the deal was done off-market, current photos are scarce. —Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2024

Outside is the Lake of Dreams show featuring footage projected onto a waterfall and a cast of animatronic characters including a 30-foot tall frog which sings and dances. —Caroline Reid, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

Other features of the sprawling plot include a swimming pool, terraced patios, gardens, woodland trails, a natural pond, and a waterfall. —Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

waterfall

noun

wa·​ter·​fall ˈwȯt-ər-ˌfȯl 

ˈwät-

: a fall of water usually from a great height