shari
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Definition
Proper noun: * Shari: A major river in central Africa, flowing northwest from the Central African Republic through Chad and into Lake Chad. It is a vital water source for the region.
Usage
- The Shari River basin supports agriculture and fishing for millions of people.
- The capital city of Chad, N'Djamena, is located at the confluence of the Shari and Logone rivers.
Advanced Usage
- The river is sometimes referenced in geographical, environmental, or historical contexts concerning the Sahel region of Africa.
- Example: "The fluctuating water levels of Lake Chad are closely tied to the flow of the Shari."
Variants and Related Words
- Chari River: This is a common alternative spelling and the more frequently used name in English for the same river.
- Chari: The standard English transliteration.
- Shari River: A compound form specifying the word as a river.
Synonyms
- Chari River
Notes on Meaning
- Shari refers specifically to this geographical feature. It is not to be confused with "Sharia" (Islamic law), which is a completely different word with a different origin and meaning.
Noun
- an African river that flows northwest into Lake Chad