Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
downriver
Adverb
/ˈdaʊnˌrɪvər/
Definition
In the direction that the water flows in a river; downstream.
Examples
- The boat traveled downriver towards the larger lake.
- After the storm, debris was scattered downriver.
- We hiked downriver to find a perfect fishing spot.
Meaning
The term ‘downriver’ is used to describe a location that is situated in the direction that the river current flows. It can refer to physical locations on the riverbanks as well as metaphorically indicate progression in a situation or narrative.
Synonyms
- downstream
- further along
