Definition

Proper noun: * Neosho River: A specific river in the central United States. It originates in the state of Kansas and flows generally eastward into the state of Oklahoma, where it joins the Arkansas River as a tributary.

Usage

The term "Neosho River" is used as a proper noun to name this specific geographical feature. It is always capitalized. * The Neosho River forms part of the border between Kansas and Oklahoma. * We went fishing on the Neosho River last weekend. * The city of Emporia, Kansas, is located on the Neosho River.

Advanced Usage

• "The Neosho": In regional contexts, the river is sometimes referred to simply as "the Neosho."
  • The water level in the Neosho is high after the spring rains.

Variants and Related Words

• Neosho: The name of the river is also used for places within its watershed, such as the city of Neosho, Missouri. The word itself is derived from an Osage word meaning "clear water."
• Grand River: In Oklahoma, the lower section of the Neosho River is officially named the Grand River. Therefore, "Grand River" can be considered a downstream variant name for the same watercourse.
  • The Neosho River is called the Grand River below the Markham Ferry Reservoir in Oklahoma.

Synonyms

• Watercourse: A general term for a river, stream, or canal.
• Tributary: A river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake. (This describes the Neosho River's relationship to the Arkansas River).
• The Grand River: As noted above, this is a name for its lower section.

Related Phrases

• Neosho River basin: The geographical area drained by the Neosho River and its tributaries.
  • The Neosho River basin covers parts of Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.
• Neosho River valley: The lowland area surrounding the river.
  • Settlers were attracted to the fertile Neosho River valley.*

Noun

1. a river that rises in eastern Kansas and flows eastward into Oklahoma to become a tributary of the Arkansas River