Ruhr

/ˈrʊər/
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Definitions of Ruhr
  1. noun
    a tributary of the Rhine
    synonyms: Ruhr River
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    river
    a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
  2. noun
    a major industrial and coal mining region in the valley of the Ruhr river in northwestern Germany
    synonyms: Ruhr Valley
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    geographic area, geographic region, geographical area, geographical region
    a demarcated area of the Earth
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