Ebro River

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A large river in northeastern Spain that flows into the Mediterranean Sea

proper noun

: río Ebro

The Ebro River is one of the longest rivers in Spain, known for its rich history and scenic beauty.

Examples

The city of Zaragoza is located on the banks of the Ebro River.
Many species of birds can be seen near the delta of the Ebro River.
The Ebro River is the longest river in Spain.
Many tourists visit the Ebro River every year.
The Ebro River is a vital water source for the region as it flows through northeastern Spain.
The banks of the Ebro River offer picturesque views and are popular for outdoor activities.
Every year, the annual festival celebrates the beauty of the Ebro River and its impact on local culture.

Synonyms

Ebro

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A river in northeastern Spain that flows into the Mediterranean Sea

describes a larger, more important river

Surface Forms

Ebro River main

Morphology

Ebro + river

This is a straightforward compositional name: combining the proper name 'Ebro' with the noun 'river' yields the meaning 'the river called Ebro.' Place-name + generic-type constructions are cross-linguistically common, so a learner who knows both constituents will readily infer this referential meaning.

Etymology

Ebro River gets its name from an old word for the river, 'Iberus', which people used long ago to mean a large river. That's why the modern Ebro River still carries that ancient name and why the region later became known as 'Iberia'.