illinois river

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illinois river

A map shows the Illinois River flowing southwest across the state.

Definition

Proper noun: * A river in Illinois: The Illinois River is a major waterway in the U.S. state of Illinois. It flows generally southwest from its origin to its confluence with the Mississippi River.

Usage

The term "Illinois River" is used as a proper noun to name this specific geographical feature. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the." * The Illinois River is a vital transportation route. * We went fishing on the Illinois River. * Several cities are located along the Illinois River.

Advanced Usage
  • The river's name can be used attributively to describe things related to it.
    • Illinois River valley
    • Illinois River basin
Variants and Related Words
  • Illinois: The U.S. state from which the river derives its name.
illinois river

A map shows the Illinois River flowing southwest across the state.

Noun
  1. a river in Illinois that flows southwest to the Mississippi River

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