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Definition of júcar
júcar
/ˈhuː.kɑːr/
jú · car
júcar Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major river in eastern Spain that originates in the Montes Universales and flows generally southward and eastward before emptying into the Mediterranean Sea.
Example
"Extensive agricultural irrigation systems in the Valencia region rely heavily on the waters of the Júcar."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from its ancient Roman name 'Sucro', which was later adapted into Arabic as 'Shuqr' during the Moorish period, and eventually evolved into the modern Spanish 'Júcar'.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Júcar. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/júcar