Nile
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/naɪl/
long river in Africa
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Nile' originates from the Greek word 'Neilos', which was derived from the Egyptian word 'Iteru', meaning 'river'.
Historical Evolution
'Neilos' transformed into the Latin word 'Nilus', and eventually became the modern English word 'Nile'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'river', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa, regarded as the longest river in the world.
The Nile River is crucial for agriculture in Egypt.
Last updated: 2025/06/08 07:47