Term: Estuary

Definition: An estuary is a partially enclosed body of water where freshwater from rivers and streams meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

Senses:

1. Noun: Geographical Feature
1. A wide mouth of a river where it meets the sea.
2. Noun: Ecological System
1. The habitat or environment formed in the brackish water region of an estuary.

Example Sentences:

1. The Hudson River flows into the New York Harbor, creating a beautiful estuary.
2. The estuary is home to various species of fish, birds, and plants.

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