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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Tlaloc is an Aztec god associated with rain, fertility, and agriculture. He is often depicted with goggle eyes, fangs, and a headdress adorned with feathers.
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