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Definition of thamirabarani
thamirabarani
/ˌθɑːmɪrəbəˈrɑːni/
tha · mi · ra · ba · ra · ni
thamirabarani Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A major perennial river in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, originating in the Agasthyamalai peaks of the Western Ghats and flowing eastwards into the Gulf of Mannar.
Example
"The Thamirabarani provides a crucial source of irrigation and drinking water for the southern districts of Tamil Nadu."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the ancient Sanskrit and Tamil name 'Tāmraparṇī', combining 'tamra' (copper) and 'parni' (leaf or river), originally referring to the copper-colored sediment found in the river's waters or the regional landscape.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Thamirabarani. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/thamirabarani