araguaya river
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Definition
Proper noun: A major river in central Brazil, forming a significant part of the Tocantins-Araguaia river system. It flows in a generally northward direction through the Brazilian Highlands, characterized by numerous waterfalls and rapids, before its confluence with the Tocantins River.
Usage
The term "Araguaia River" is used as a geographical name to identify this specific watercourse. It is typically used in contexts related to geography, ecology, hydrology, and regional descriptions of Brazil. * The Araguaia River is a vital transportation route and ecosystem in the heart of Brazil. * Several indigenous communities live along the banks of the Araguaia River. * The course of the Araguaia River is marked by impressive waterfalls.
Advanced Usage
- "the Araguaia": A common shortened form used when the context is clear, similar to referring to "the Amazon" or "the Nile."
- Bananal Island, the world's largest river island, is formed by the bifurcation of the Araguaia.
Variants and Related Words
- Tocantins River (Proper noun): The river that the Araguaia River joins. Together, they form the Tocantins-Araguaia basin.
- Tocantins-Araguaia basin/system (Noun phrase): The combined drainage basin of these two major rivers.
Synonyms
- Watercourse (Noun): A general term for a river or stream.
- Waterway (Noun): A navigable route used by boats, which can include rivers.
Related Phrases
- River basin/watershed: The area of land drained by the Araguaia River and its tributaries.
- The Araguaia River basin is a region of immense biodiversity.
- Headwaters/source: The origin point of the Araguaia River.
- Confluence/mouth: The point where the Araguaia River meets the Tocantins River.
Noun
- a river in central Brazil that flows generally northward (with many falls) to join the Tocantins River