Tagus
Definition
Proper noun 1. A major river in the Iberian Peninsula: The Tagus is a European river that originates in Spain, flows through Portugal, and empties into the Atlantic Ocean near Lisbon. It is the longest river on the Iberian Peninsula.
Usage
The word "Tagus" is used as a proper noun to specifically name this geographical feature. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the". * The Tagus River is a vital waterway for Portugal. * Lisbon is beautifully situated on the banks of the Tagus. * The source of the Tagus is in eastern Spain.
Advanced Usage
- The river is often used metonymically to refer to the regions or capitals it flows through.
- The empire's riches flowed into the capital via the Tagus.
Variants and Related Words
- Tagus River: The full, formal name.
- Tajo: The Spanish name for the Tagus.
- Tejo: The Portuguese name for the Tagus.
Synonyms
- River (in the specific context of naming it; e.g., "the great river of Iberia").
- Waterway.
Related Phrases
- Estuary of the Tagus: The wide river mouth near Lisbon.
- Tagus Basin: The geographical area drained by the Tagus and its tributaries.
Noun
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a European river; flows into the North Atlantic
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