Also means
outlet
Usage Note
Desembocadura is the point where a river flows into the sea, a lake, or a larger river — equivalent to 'mouth' or 'estuary' in English. The related verb is desembocar en, which also extends figuratively: la calle desemboca en la plaza (the street opens onto the square).
Examples
"La desembocadura del río es muy ancha."
Natural Translation
The river mouth is very wide.

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