Etymology

Murray River

Mur·ray Riv·er

Today it means: A river in southeastern Australia. Full definition →

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Murray River · proper noun1

Named in honour of Sir George Murray, British Secretary of State for War and the Colonies.

Murray River · proper noun2

The river is named after military officer and administrator James Murray (1721-1794). The community and municipality are named after the river.

First known use, by meaning

  • From 1769 A river in Kings County, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

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