Definition

Proper noun: * São Francisco: A major river in eastern Brazil. It is one of the most important rivers in Brazil and South America, flowing from its source in the state of Minas Gerais to its mouth in the Atlantic Ocean.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The São Francisco River is a vital source of water and hydroelectric power for northeastern Brazil.
  • Many communities depend on the São Francisco for irrigation and transportation.

Advanced Usage

• "The São Francisco River Basin": Refers to the entire geographical area drained by the river and its tributaries.
  • Conservation efforts are focused on protecting the biodiversity of the São Francisco River Basin.

Variants and Related Words

• São Francisco River: The full, most common name used in English contexts.
• Velho Chico (Portuguese): A common affectionate nickname for the river in Brazil, meaning "Old Frank."

Synonyms

• River (in a general sense, though this is not a synonym for the specific name).

Noun

1. a river in eastern Brazil flowing into the Atlantic Ocean