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Trinity River

Trinity River

3.7
A river in eastern Texas that starts near Dallas and flows southeast to Galveston Bay
  • proper noun
  • /ˈtrɪnɪti ˈrɪvər/
translation icon : río Trinity
  • The Trinity River runs through the heart of Dallas before emptying into Galveston Bay.

Examples

  • Flooding along the Trinity River prompted several road closures in the region.

  • Conservation groups are working to protect wildlife habitats along the Trinity River.

  • The Trinity River flows through several Texas towns.

  • Have you ever visited the Trinity River?

  • The Trinity River flows through lush landscapes, providing a beautiful backdrop for outdoor activities.

  • Many families enjoy fishing along the banks of the Trinity River during the summer months.

  • The Trinity River serves as an important water source for the communities in eastern Texas.

Surface Forms

Trinity River main

Morphology

Trinity + river

This is a toponym formed from a proper name plus the noun 'river', so a learner who knows the constituents will understand it denotes a river named 'Trinity'. The specific geographic or historical details of 'Trinity' are not predictable from the name, but the basic meaning ('a river') is immediately clear and follows cross-linguistic naming patterns.

Etymology

Trinity River may come from early Spanish explorers who called it 'Río de la Santísima Trinidad', which means 'River of the Holy Trinity'. This religious name stayed with the waterway, and that is why the river is called Trinity River today.