vire

/vɛr/; French /viʁ/

Definitions

1. noun

a marsh or swamp, especially one with a muddy bottom, especially in Africa

“The safari group crossed a vire, careful not to get stuck in the mud”

2. verb

to make a loud, shrill cry, typically of a bird

“The vire of the crows echoed through the forest”

Synonyms

  • marsh
  • swamp

Antonyms

  • highland