Ottawa river
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Definition
Proper noun: * A major river in southeastern Canada: The Ottawa River is a significant waterway that forms a large part of the border between the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. It is a major tributary of the Saint Lawrence River.
Usage
The term "Ottawa River" is used as a proper noun to name this specific geographical feature. It is typically used in contexts discussing Canadian geography, history, transportation, or ecology. * The Ottawa River has been an important transportation route for centuries. * Several hydroelectric dams are located on the Ottawa River. * The city of Ottawa, Canada's capital, is situated on the south bank of the Ottawa River.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The river's name comes from the Algonquin word , meaning "to trade," reflecting its historical role as a trade route for First Nations peoples and later for European fur traders.
- Ecological Context: The Ottawa River is noted for its watershed and diverse ecosystems.
Variants and Related Words
- Outaouais: The French name for the Ottawa River and the administrative region in Quebec along its north shore.
- Kichi Sibi / Grand River: Historical Algonquin names for the Ottawa River.
Synonyms
- (Geographical feature) Tributary, waterway. (Note: These are general terms, not proper name synonyms.)
Related Phrases
- Ottawa River watershed: The entire drainage basin of the river.
- Headwaters of the Ottawa River: The source of the river, specifically Lake Capimitchigama in Quebec.
- Mouth of the Ottawa River: The point where it flows into the Saint Lawrence River near Montreal.
Noun
- a river in southeastern Canada that flows along the boundary between Quebec and Ontario to the Saint Lawrence River near Montreal