Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nascente
noun
/nasˈɛ̃.tʃi/
Definition
A source or origin, particularly of a river or stream.
Examples
- The nascente of the Amazon River is located in the Andes mountains.
- Many hikers trek to see the nascente of local rivers.
- The nascente provides fresh water for all the wildlife in the area.
Meaning
Refers to the beginning point of a river where it originates, often located in the hills or mountains.
Synonyms
- source
- origin
- beginning