What Is a Tributary?

A tributary or affluent is a stream or river that flows into a larger stream or main stem river or a lake. A tributary does not flow directly into a sea or ocean. Tributaries and the main stem river drain the surrounding drainage basin of its surface water and groundwater, leading the water out into an ocean.

What is a tributary simple definition?

(Entry 1 of 2) 1 : a stream feeding a larger stream or a lake. 2 : a ruler or state that pays tribute to a conqueror.

What are 5 tributaries?

Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas and Satluj are its main tributaries.

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