Darling River

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A major river in Australia: The Darling River is a significant watercourse in Australia, forming part of the Murray-Darling basin system.
    • A tributary of the Murray River: It is the longest tributary of the Murray River, contributing to the largest river system in Australia.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The Darling River flows through New South Wales.
    • Water levels in the Darling River are crucial for agriculture in the region.
    • The health of the Darling River ecosystem is a major environmental concern.
Advanced Usage
  • "The Darling River system": Refers to the entire catchment area and network of streams that feed into the Darling River.
    • The Darling River system supports a diverse range of wildlife.
  • "Darling River basin": The geographical area drained by the Darling River and its tributaries.
    • The Darling River basin is a vital agricultural zone.
Variants and Related Words
  • Darling (noun, as part of the proper name): Used exclusively as part of the river's name. It is not used independently to refer to the river.
  • Murray-Darling Basin (proper noun): The combined catchment area of the Murray and Darling rivers, representing Australia's most important agricultural region.
Synonyms
  • Watercourse: A general term for a river, stream, or canal.
  • Tributary: A river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake. (This describes the Darling River's relationship to the Murray River.)
Related Phrases
  • "Down the Darling": A colloquial phrase referring to travel or life along the Darling River.
    • He spent years working on boats down the Darling.
  • "Darling River run": Can refer to a journey along the river or a specific event.
    • The annual paddle steamer race is known as the Darling River run.
Notes
  • The term "Darling River" is a fixed proper noun. It is always capitalized and used as a singular entity.
  • It is a geographical name and does not have idiomatic meanings or phrasal verbs associated with it.
Noun
  1. an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River

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