Rio

/ˈriːoʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A river.

The Amazon is the largest river, also known as a rio, in the world.

A term used in Spanish and Portuguese meaning 'river'.

We crossed the rio to reach the other side of the valley.

Used as part of a geographical name, especially in Latin American countries.

We are planning to visit Rio de Janeiro next summer.

From Spanish 'rio', meaning 'river'.

Rio de Janeiro

A major city in Brazil known for its Copacabana beach and carnival festival.

Rio Grande

A river in the United States and Mexico.

Rio Bravo

The name for the Rio Grande in Mexico.

fluvial

Related to rivers.

riparian

Pertaining to or situated on the banks of a river.

To leave quickly or to split.

I gotta rio out of here before the party gets lame.

To party or have fun.

Last night we totally riod hard at the concert.