Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
desembocadura
Noun
des-em-bo-ca-du-ra
Definition
The mouth of a river or another body of water where it flows into a larger body, such as a sea or ocean.
Examples
- The desembocadura of the Amazon River in Brazil is one of the largest in the world.
- The desembocadura near the coastal town provides a rich habitat for diverse marine life.
Meaning
In geographical terms, it refers to the location where a river or stream meets the sea or another river.
Synonyms
- Estuary
- Mouth
- Inlet