Zambezi
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A major river in southern Africa: The Zambezi is a significant African river that originates in Zambia and flows through multiple countries before emptying into the Indian Ocean. It is notable for its length, basin, and features like Victoria Falls.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The Zambezi is the fourth-longest river in Africa.
- We went white-water rafting on the Zambezi River below Victoria Falls.
- The Zambezi forms the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe for part of its course.
Advanced Usage
- "the Zambezi Basin": Refers to the large geographical area drained by the Zambezi River and its tributaries.
- Conservation efforts in the Zambezi Basin are crucial for regional biodiversity.
Variants and Related Words
- Zambezi River: The full, formal name of the river.
- The Zambezi River supports millions of people.
Synonyms
- River: (General term) A large natural stream of water flowing in a channel to the sea, a lake, or another river.
- The Zambezi is a great river of Africa.
Noun
- an African river; flows into the Indian Ocean