wisconsin river

Thân thiện

The Wisconsin River flows through a forested valley.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A major river in the state of Wisconsin, USA: The Wisconsin River is a significant waterway that flows entirely within the state of Wisconsin and is a tributary of the Mississippi River.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Wisconsin River flows for approximately 430 miles across the state.
  • We went canoeing on the Wisconsin River last summer.
  • The city of Prairie du Chien is located near where the Wisconsin River joins the Mississippi.

Advanced Usage

• "the course of the Wisconsin River": refers to the path or direction the river takes.

  • The course of the Wisconsin River was important for early logging and transportation.

• "the banks of the Wisconsin River": refers to the land alongside the river.

  • Many communities have developed along the banks of the Wisconsin River.

Variants and Related Words

• Wisconsin: (Proper noun) The U.S. state through which the river flows.
• Tributary: (Noun) A river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake. The Wisconsin River is a tributary of the Mississippi.

Synonyms

• Waterway: A river, canal, or other route for travel by water.
• Stream: A small, narrow river. (Note: "Wisconsin River" is specifically a large, named river, not a generic stream.)

Related Phrases

• "Upper Wisconsin River": Refers to the section of the river in the northern part of its course.

  • The Upper Wisconsin River is known for its rapids and scenic beauty.

• "Lower Wisconsin River": Refers to the section of the river in the southern part of its course, closer to the Mississippi.

  • The Lower Wisconsin River is wider and slower-moving.

Related Information

• The Wisconsin River is the state's longest river.
• It was a crucial route for explorers, fur traders, and settlers in the region's history.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a tributary of the Mississippi River in Wisconsin

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• Wisconsin
• Wisconsin River