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River in N South America, flowing for about
2,400 km/1,500 mi through Venezuela and
forming for about 320 km/200 mi the boundary
with Colombia; tributaries include the
Guaviare, Meta, Apure, Ventuari, Caura, and
Caroni. It is navigable by large steamers for
1,125 km/700 mi from its Atlantic delta;
rapids obstruct the upper river.