Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

popocatepetl

Noun

/ˌpoʊpəˈkɑːtɛpɛtəl/

Definition

Popocatépetl is an active stratovolcano located in Central Mexico.

Examples

The eruption of Popocatépetl in recent years has attracted attention from geologists.
Local legends say that the volcano was named after a warrior who turned into stone.
Tourists often visit Popocatépetl to see its majestic views and experience its surrounding landscapes.

Meaning

The name Popocatépetl comes from the Nahuatl language, meaning ‘smoking mountain’. It is one of the most significant volcanoes in Mexico and the second-highest peak in the country.