Meaning Of The Word Distributary

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What's The Definition Of Distributary?

distributary in American English
any branch of a river that flows away from the main stream and does not rejoin it
noun: an outflowing branch of a stream or river, typically found in a delta (opposed to tributary)

distributary in British English
noun: one of several outlet streams draining a river, esp on a delta

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