Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A major river in southwestern Russia: The Don River is a significant European watercourse that originates in the Central Russian Upland and flows generally southward.
   • A river flowing into the Sea of Azov: The Don River empties into the Taganrog Gulf of the Sea of Azov.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The Don River is one of the major rivers of Russia.
  • Rostov-on-Don is a large city situated on the Don River.
  • The historical Cossack settlements were often located along the Don River.

Advanced Usage

• "The Don": A common shortened form used to refer to the river.
  • The Don has been a vital transport route for centuries.
• "Don Basin": Refers to the geographical area drained by the Don River and its tributaries.
  • The Don Basin is an important agricultural region.

Variants and Related Words

• Don: The standard short name for the Don River.
• Tanais: The ancient Greek name for the lower Don River.

Synonyms

• Watercourse: A general term for a river or stream.
• Waterway: A navigable channel.

Related Phrases

• On the Don: Describing a location adjacent to the river.
  • The town is located on the Don.
• Don Delta: The area where the river fans out before entering the sea.
  • The Don Delta is rich in wildlife.

Noun

1. a European river in southwestern Russia; flows into the Sea of Azov