Definition

Proper noun: A major river in northeastern North America. The Saint John River originates in the U.S. state of Maine, flows north and east through the Canadian province of New Brunswick, and empties into the Bay of Fundy.

Usage

The term "Saint John River" is used as a proper noun to specifically identify this geographical feature. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the". * The Saint John River forms part of the border between Maine and New Brunswick. * We went canoeing on the Saint John River last summer. * The city of Fredericton is situated on the banks of the Saint John River.

Advanced Usage

• "The Saint John": In local contexts within the regions it flows through, the river is sometimes referred to simply as "the Saint John".
  • The ferry crosses the Saint John at this point.

Variants and Related Words

• St. John River: A common abbreviated form.
  • The St. John River basin is ecologically diverse.
• Wolastoq: The traditional Maliseet name for the river, meaning "beautiful river".

Synonyms

• Watercourse: A general term for a river or stream.
• Waterway: A navigable route used by boats.

Related Phrases

• Saint John River Valley: Refers to the region of land surrounding and drained by the river.
  • The Saint John River Valley is known for its agriculture.
• Mouth of the Saint John River: The point where the river meets the Bay of Fundy, at the city of Saint John.
  • The Reversing Falls are a famous phenomenon at the mouth of the Saint John River.

Noun

1. a river that rises in Maine and flows northeastward through New Brunswick to empty into the Bay of Fundy