(riv-er-mouth) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. The part of a river where it flows into another body of water, such as a sea, lake, or ocean.

Example Sentence

The river mouth was bustling with activity as fishermen prepared their boats.

More Example Sentences

Birds flocked to the river mouth, attracted by the abundance of fish.

Synonyms

estuary; delta; outlet

Antonyms

source; headwaters; origin

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