amazon
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A vast river in northern South America flowing eastward from the Andes in Peru through Brazil into the Atlantic Ocean, possessing the largest drainage basin and greatest water discharge of any river in the world (capitalized as Amazon).
A member of a legendary race of fierce female warriors in Greek mythology believed to live near the Black Sea (usually capitalized as Amazon).
"Ancient Greek pottery frequently depicted scenes of heroic battles against the legendary Amazons."
A tall, physically strong, or athletic woman.
"The lead actress was cast as a fearless amazon who could easily outmatch her opponents in the arena."
Any of various medium-sized, predominantly green stocky parrots of the genus Amazona, native to tropical Central and South America and the Caribbean, noted for their ability to mimic human speech.
"The yellow-headed amazon perched in the canopy and vocalized loudly to the rest of its flock."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed via Old French and Latin from Ancient Greek 'Amazon', naming a legendary tribe of female warriors; Spanish explorers later gave the name to the South American river after encountering female warriors along its banks.