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Plural
rivers
1
a natural and continuous stream of water flowing on the land to the sea, a lake, or another river
- I dipped my feet in the cool water of the river.
- The children skipped stones across the calm river surface.
- The river flowed gently, reflecting the surrounding trees.
- The river was wide, and we had to cross it using a bridge.
- We went fishing by the river and caught some fresh trout.
2
the final round of betting in which the dealer reveals the fifth and final community card face-up on the table after the Turn
The river is the fifth and final community card dealt in poker games like Texas hold 'em and Omaha. It is placed face-up in the center of the table after the betting round following the turn. The river is the last opportunity for players to improve their hands before the final round of betting. Once the river is dealt, a final round of betting takes place, and then the remaining players reveal their hole cards to determine the winner based on the best five-card hand. The river is a crucial moment in the game, as it can often change the outcome of a hand.
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