amur

[ˈɑːmər, ˈæmʊər]

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of large catfish native to rivers in northern Asia, particularly the Amur river basin.

“The Amur catfish is a large species of catfish found in the Amur River.”

2. noun

A river in northeastern Asia that forms part of the border between Russia and China.

“The Amur River is known for its rich fishing and beautiful scenery.”

3. noun

A historical region in Siberia that is now part of Russia, named after the Amur River.

“The Amur region was once a remote and sparsely populated area.”

Synonyms

  • catfish
  • riverine

Antonyms

  • desert
  • terrestrial