Definition

Proper noun: - A major river in Russia: The Volga River is a significant waterway in Russia, notable for being the longest river in Europe. It flows from its source in the Valdai Hills to its delta at the Caspian Sea.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Volga River is a crucial transportation route for the Russian economy.
  • Many historic cities, like Volgograd, are located on the banks of the Volga River.

Advanced Usage

• "Mother Volga": A poetic and cultural epithet for the river, reflecting its central importance in Russian history, folklore, and national identity.
  • In many Russian songs and stories, the Volga River is affectionately called "Mother Volga".

Variants and Related Words

• Volga (n): The common shortened form of "Volga River".
  • The Volga basin is one of the most populous regions in Russia.

Synonyms

• The Volga: The most direct synonym, referring to the same river.

Noun

1. a Russian river; the longest river in Europe; flows into the Caspian Sea