Definition of "river"

Kid-friendly meaning of river, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "river" mean?

river (noun) — a long flow of water moving across the land.

Part of speechNoun Syllables2 (ri·ver)

Example sentences using "river"

Grade K–2
The river is wide.
Grade 3–5
We took a canoe down the river all the way to the lake at the end.
Grade 6–8
Standing on the bridge and watching the river move past at sunset has a way of slowing down even the busiest mind.

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