Shari
- proper noun
- The Shari is a river that flows into Lake Chad, marking part of the border between Chad and the Central African Republic.
Examples
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As we traveled along the Shari, we were amazed by the diverse wildlife that flourished in its banks.
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The Shari River provides essential water resources for the surrounding communities in Africa.
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- Hey, Frank, this is Shari.
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Did you decide you don't really like Shari that much?
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My name is Shari Kenzie.
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Shari, this is Mr. Carlyle.
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If I hadn't promised Shari, I think I'd just fly down.
Fiction book (1997) -
I like Shari plenty.
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Is this Shari?
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Oh, hi, Shari.
Synonyms
A river in central Africa that flows northwest into Lake Chad
A river in central Africa that flows northwest into Lake Chad
A river in central Africa that flows into Lake Chad and is a main water source
Surface Forms
Etymology
Shari (also spelled Chari) is the local name for a large river in central Africa that people have used for centuries. One popular idea is that the name comes from local words meaning 'river' or 'water', so Shari simply names that important waterway.