Jordan
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3.2
- proper noun
- /ˈdʒɔrdən/
:
río Jordán
- The water flows in from the River Jordan, but does not flow out.
- Jordan River
- Jordan River Basin
- Jordan Valley
Examples
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The Lower Jordan forms the boundary between Jordan and Israel in the north and south.
Academic text (1995) -
I was redeemed in the water of Jordan by John the Baptist.
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Looked over Jordan and what did I see?
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- To the Jordan River.
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Went down to the River Jordan.
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It's time to cross the River Jordan.
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By the River Jordan, raving over king and taxes and shouting at the Lord.
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The Jordan River basin is shared by four countries: Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria.
Academic text (1995) -
All this happened in Bethany, on the east side of the Jordan River... where John was baptizing.
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Many pilgrims visit the Jordan River to witness the site of Jesus' baptism.
Synonyms
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3.9
A river in the Middle East that flows from Mount Hermon through the Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea
Compounds
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3.9
A river in the Middle East that flows from Mount Hermon through the Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea
A country in southwest Asia that is an Arab kingdom and borders the Red Sea
- Specialized
A closed loop on a flat surface, like a circle, that does not cross itself
Surface Forms
Etymology
The Jordan River's name comes from an old Hebrew word meaning 'to go down' because it flows down from the hills into the Dead Sea, the lowest place on Earth. So the name helps you remember the river's long, downward path.