Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
up-river
adverb
/ˈʌpˈrɪvər/
Definition
Moving or located towards the source of a river.
Examples
- We traveled up-river to reach the remote fishing village.
- The kayakers paddled up-river, battling the strong current.
Meaning
The term ‘up-river’ refers to a direction that is against the flow of the river’s current, typically towards where the river begins.
Synonyms
- upstream
