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Definition of mbomou
mbomou
/mboʊˈmuː/
Mbo · mou
mbomou Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A river in Central Africa that forms part of the international boundary between the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, ultimately merging with the Uele River to form the Ubangi River.
Example
"During the rainy season, the waters of the Mbomou swell significantly, impacting the local communities that rely on it for transport and fishing."
2
A prefecture located in the southeastern region of the Central African Republic, named after the prominent river that borders it.
Example
"Bangassou serves as the capital and administrative center of the Mbomou prefecture."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from indigenous Central African languages, historically serving as the local name for the river and the surrounding region.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mbomou. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mbomou