ria
[ree-uh]
noun
a long, narrow inlet of a river that gradually decreases in depth from mouth to head.
Origin of ria
First recorded in 1895–1900, ria is from the Spanish word ría river
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Contemporary Examples of ria
RT was founded by the Russian state owned news agency RIA Novosti, which has been around since the days of the Soviet Union.
"A compromise is still possible," the Russian official told RIA Novosti.
Historical Examples of ria
I had thought she was a mort,” said I; “but the ria of a Romany chal is always sacred to me.
Danger! and Other StoriesArthur Conan Doyle
But I wasn't a pup, so I headed straight for Ria's flat to face the music.
Each Man KillsVictoria Glad
That Ria had to die to achieve her happiness is of no real importance.
Each Man KillsVictoria Glad
Sometimes, though, when I look at Ria's picture, it's hard to be practical.
Each Man KillsVictoria Glad
"Come and see," said 'Ria, giving me one hand, while she stroked Silvertoes with the other.
Aunt Madge's StorySophie May
ria
noun
Word Origin for ria
C19: from Spanish, from rio river
RIA
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