Meaning of the word rivers in English

What does rivers mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rivers

US /ˈrɪv.ərz/
UK /ˈrɪv.əz/

Plural Noun

natural flowing watercourses, typically freshwater, flowing towards an ocean, sea, lake, or another river

Example:
The Amazon and Nile are two of the world's longest rivers.
Many ancient civilizations developed along fertile rivers.