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Definition of apure
apure
/ɑːˈpuːreɪ/
A · pu · re
Adjective:Apurean
apure Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
9
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A state in southwestern Venezuela, situated primarily in the Llanos (plains) region and sharing a large border with Colombia.
Example
"The vast plains of Apure are famous for their traditional Venezuelan cattle-ranching culture."
2
A major river in western Venezuela that flows eastward from the Andes across the Llanos plains to join the Orinoco River.
Example
"During the wet season, the Apure River often overflows its banks, heavily flooding the surrounding savanna."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from indigenous roots in the region (likely Cariban or Arawakan), traditionally believed to be named after an indigenous cacique (chief) named Apure, or derived from a local name for a shrub.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Apure. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/apure