yangtze

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Noun yangtze has 1 sense

Chang Jiang, Chang, Yangtze, Yangtze River, Yangtze Kiang - the longest river of Asia; flows eastward from Tibet into the East China Sea near Shanghai
--₁ is a kind of river
--₁ is a part of
China, People's Republic of China, mainland China, Communist China, Red China, PRC

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Yangtze

Noun

1. The longest river in Asia, flowing through China from the Tibetan plateau to Shanghai; it has historically been an important transportation route for trade and commerce.

Sample sentence: The Yangtze River is not only a significant waterway but also an important source of hydroelectric power.

Adjective

1. Pertaining to or characteristic of the Yangtze River or the region around it.

Sample sentence: The Yangtze region is known for its diverse cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes.

Verb

1. To travel through or navigate on the Yangtze River.

Sample sentence: They decided to yangtze the river on a small boat to experience its beauty up close.