tarim

/tɑːrɪm/

Definitions

1. noun

A river in western China, a tributary of the Tarim Basin.

“The team of archaeologists embarked on an expedition to explore the ancient ruins near the Tarim River.”

2. proper noun

Tarim Basin, a large endorheic basin in western China.

“The Tarim Basin is one of the most remote and inhospitable regions in China.”

Synonyms

  • basin
  • river
  • tributary

Antonyms

  • mainland
  • ocean