waterfall

noun

1. A place where a river or stream falls steeply from a higher level, such as over an edge or down a cliff.

   A2

   countable

   • "We walked through the forest to see the waterfall."A2
   • "The waterfall drops nearly a hundred metres into the valley below."B1

2. A large amount of something falling or flowing down in a continuous stream; a steep descent of water.

   B2

   countable

   • "A waterfall of golden hair fell over her shoulders."B2
   • "A waterfall of sparks poured from the fireworks."B2