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Saone

Saone

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A river in eastern France that flows south to join the Rhone
  • proper noun
: Saona
  • The Saone is famous for its scenic beauty and excellent boating opportunities.

Examples

  • Many vineyards can be found along the banks of the Saone.

  • The Saone flows through the beautiful city of Lyon.

  • Lyon lies at the confluence of the Saone and the Rhone rivers.

  • Have you visited the Saone River during your trip?

  • The beautiful scenery along the Saone River attracts many tourists each year.

  • He enjoyed a leisurely boat ride on the Saone as it wound through the countryside.

  • Many artists have depicted the stunning views of the Saone in their paintings.

Synonyms

Saone River
vsSaone
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A river in eastern France that flows south to join the Rhone

gives the same course but does not state main tributary status

Surface Forms

Saone main

Etymology

Saone comes from the old name Saona, which came from an old Celtic word meaning 'river' or 'flow'. So the name simply means 'the flowing one', which fits the river we know today.