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riverhead

[ riv-er-hed ]
/ ˈrɪv ərˌhɛd /

noun

the source or spring of a river.

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Origin of riverhead

First recorded in 1675–85; river1 + head

Words nearby riverhead

Riverdale, River Edge, River Forest, riverfront, River Grove, riverhead, river horse, riverine, river otter, river red gum, River Rouge
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