Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tejo

noun
/ˈtɛdʒoʊ/
Definition
Tejo is the name of a river in Portugal, known in English as the Tagus.
Examples
  • The Tejo flows through several cities, including Lisbon and Santarém.
  • Many tourists enjoy taking boat trips on the Tejo River to see the city from a different perspective.
  • The picturesque views along the Tejo make it a popular spot for photographers.
Meaning
The Tejo River is the longest river in the Iberian Peninsula, flowing eastward from Spain into the Atlantic Ocean at Lisbon.
Synonyms
  • Tagus
  • Rio Tejo