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Definition of sobat
sobat
/ˈsoʊ.bæt/
So · bat
sobat Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major river in South Sudan (Africa), formed by the confluence of the Baro and Pibor rivers, which flows northwest to join the White Nile and significantly contributes to its discharge.
Example
"During the flood season, the Sobat carries a heavy load of white sediment that gives the White Nile its characteristic name."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from indigenous African terminology and Arabic regional names for the geographic waterway in the South Sudanese region.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sobat. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sobat