cenote

noun

ce·​no·​te si-ˈnō-tē How to pronounce cenote (audio)
: a deep sinkhole in limestone with a pool at the bottom that is found especially in Yucatán

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Families can explore ancient ruins such as Tulum and Coba, swim in natural cenotes, or take part in eco-adventures at Xcaret and Xel-Há parks. Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025 The four- to six-night program takes travelers on a self-reflective journey with experiences like sound healing at a limestone cenote, a private Temazcal ceremony with a spiritual leader, and excursions to archeological ruins. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Feb. 2025 The Atlantis Spa is a jungle oasis, filled with natural cenotes and mangroves, offering massages, facials, and temazcal ceremonies. Devorah Lev-Tov, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025 And, of course, the iconic cenotes are a can't-miss. Nina Kahn, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024 See All Example Sentences for cenote

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish, from Yucatec ts'onot

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cenote was in 1841

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“Cenote.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cenote. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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