Parana
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Definition
Proper noun A major South American river, flowing through Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It is a principal tributary of the Río de la Plata estuary.
Usage
The word "Paraná" is used as a proper noun to specifically name this geographic feature. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the" when referring to the river itself.
Examples
- The Paraná River is one of the longest rivers in South America.
- The Itaipu Dam is built on the Paraná, between Brazil and Paraguay.
- Navigation on the Paraná is crucial for regional trade.
Advanced Usage
- The Paraná Basin: Refers to the large drainage basin of the Paraná River.
- The Paraná Basin covers a significant portion of southeastern South America.
- Paraná Pine: Refers to a species of coniferous tree () native to the region, named after the river or the Brazilian state of Paraná.
- The Paraná Pine is an important timber species.
Variants and Related Words
- Paraná River: The full, formal name.
- Río Paraná: The Spanish name for the river.
Synonyms
- There are no direct synonyms for this proper noun. It can be described as a or a .
Noun
- a South American river; tributary of Rio de la Plata