confluence
noun
The junction of two rivers; an act or process of merging; a gathering or flowing together.
Etymology
From Late Latin confluentia meaning "a flowing together," from Latin confluere (to flow together), from con- (together) + fluere (to flow).
Examples in Use
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"Pittsburgh was built at the confluence of three rivers."
- 2.
"The festival represented a confluence of different musical traditions."
- 3.
"A confluence of factors led to the company's success."
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Fun Fact
Many major cities developed at confluences because they offered natural harbors and trading advantages. Khartoum, Pittsburgh, and Koblenz (from Latin confluentes) all grew at river junctions.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 10 letters (C, O, N, F, L, U, E, N, C, E)
Scrabble Value: 17 points
Tip: The letter pattern in "CONFLUENCE" appears in many related words.
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