rivière

noun

ri·vi·ère ˌri-vē-ˈer

ri-ˈvyer

Synonyms of rivière next

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: a necklace of precious stones (such as diamonds)

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, river, from Old French rivere

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of rivière was in 1833

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“Rivière.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rivi%C3%A8re. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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