trib
IPA/tɹˈɪb/
KK[trˈɪb]IPA/trˈɪb/
trib — abbreviation
1. a short form of the word 'tributary', used when talking about a smaller river or
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釋義
a short form of the word 'tributary', used when talking about a smaller river or stream that flows into a larger river.
例句
Mauricio studied the hiking map and noted every trib along the trail before setting out.
abbreviation used in geography / hiking contexts
The canoeists set up camp where a small trib emptied into the main river.
Adina identified three major tribs of the Yangtze River on her geography exam.
Nellie checked the fishing regulations to see whether fishing was allowed near the mouth of each trib.
同義詞
- tributary
the full, formal version of the same meaning
用法筆記
Used mainly in informal notes, on maps, and in outdoor activity contexts such as hiking, canoeing, or fishing. In formal writing, the full word 'tributary' is preferred.
常見錯誤
❌A trib is a type of small boat.
✅A trib is a short form of tributary, meaning a river or stream that flows into a larger one.
💡'trib' does not mean a boat; it comes from 'tributary'.