Irtysh River

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Definition

Proper noun * A major river in Asia: The Irtysh River is a significant Asian waterway. It originates in the Altai Mountains in northern China and flows generally northwest through China, Kazakhstan, and Russia. It is a primary tributary of the Ob River, one of the longest river systems in the world.

Usage

The term "Irtysh River" is used as a proper noun to name this specific geographical feature. It is typically used in geographical, historical, and environmental contexts. * The Irtysh River basin is an important economic region. * Several major cities, including Omsk, are located on the Irtysh River. * The length of the Irtysh River is approximately 4,248 kilometers.

Advanced Usage
  • "The Irtysh": In many contexts, especially after the river has been introduced, it is common to refer to it simply as "the Irtysh."
    • The expedition followed the course of the Irtysh.
Variants and Related Words
  • Irtysh (Proper noun): The shortened, common form of the river's name.
  • Tributary (Noun): A river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake. The Irtysh is a tributary of the Ob River.
Synonyms
  • Watercourse: A general term for a river, stream, or other flowing body of water.
  • Waterway: A navigable channel used for transportation.
Related Phrases
  • River system: A network of connecting rivers and streams. The Irtysh is a key part of the Ob-Irtysh river system.
  • Headwaters: The source of a river. The headwaters of the Irtysh River are in the Altai Mountains.
Noun
  1. an Asian river that rises in the Altai Mountains in northern China and flows generally northwest to become a tributary of the Ob River

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