river severn
Definition
Proper noun: * River Severn: A major river in the United Kingdom. It is the longest river in Great Britain, flowing through parts of Wales and England before emptying into the Bristol Channel.
Usage
- The word "River Severn" is used as a proper noun to name this specific geographical feature. It is typically preceded by the word "the".
- Example:
- Example:
Advanced Usage
- The river is often simply called "the Severn" in common usage.
- Example: The Severn Bridge connects England and Wales.
- It is a defining geographical feature, often used to mark boundaries or regions.
- Example: The county lies to the east of the Severn.
Variants and Related Words
- Severn: The shortened, common form of the river's name.
- Severn Estuary: The tidal estuary where the River Severn meets the Bristol Channel.
- Severn Bore: A notable tidal wave that travels up the estuary of the River Severn.
Synonyms
- The Severn
- Severn River (less common in British English)
Related Phrases and Idioms
- To cross the Severn: Often used metaphorically to signify moving between Wales and England, or vice versa.
- Example: His new job meant he had to cross the Severn every day.
Noun
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a river in England and Wales flowing into the Bristol Channel; the longest river in Great Britain
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