brahmaputra

/ˈbrɑːmpətrə/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A major river in Asia that flows through India and Bangladesh.

“The Brahmaputra River is an essential source of water and transportation for millions of people in the region.”

2. noun

A Sanskrit name meaning ‘son of Brahma’, often referring to the Hindu god Brahma.

“In Hindu mythology, the Brahmaputra is a sacred river associated with the god Brahma.”

Synonyms

  • Ganges
  • Sundarbans

Antonyms

  • arid
  • desert