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distributaries

[dih-strib-yoo-ter-ee]

dis·trib·u·tar·y

[dih-strib-yoo-ter-ee]
noun, plural -tar·ies.
an outflowing branch of a stream or river, typically found in a delta (opposed to tributary).

Origin:
1535–45; distribute + -ary
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Distributaries is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
an arrangement of five objects, as trees, in a square or rectangle, one at each corner and one in the middle.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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distributary   (dĭ-strĭb'yə-těr'ē)  Pronunciation Key 
  1. A branch of a river that flows away from the main stream.

  2. One of the channels in a braided stream.


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