metaurus river

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Noun metaurus river has 1 sense

Metaurus River - a battle during the second of the Punic Wars (207 BC); Hannibal's brother Hasdrubal was defeated by the Romans which ended Hannibal's hopes for success in Italy
--₁ is a kind of pitched battle
--₁ is a part of Punic War

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Metaurus River

Description:

The Metaurus River is a historical river located in Italy. It is known for its significant role in the Battle of the Metaurus during the Second Punic War.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun (Toponym)

Refers to a river in Italy, specifically in the Marche region.

Sample Sentence:

The Metaurus River flows gracefully through the picturesque countryside of the Marche region.

Sense 2:

Noun (Historical)

Refers to the river that played a crucial role in the Battle of the Metaurus, a significant military confrontation in ancient Rome.

Sample Sentence:

The decisive victory at the Battle of the Metaurus helped Rome in its war against Carthage.

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History books on the Battle of Metaurus
Map of Metaurus River

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