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The Amazon, in South America, is the most voluminous river in the world. (noun)

An example of a country where the Amazon runs through is Brazil.

In mythology, an Amazon was a female in battle known to live in Pontus, close to the Black Sea. (noun)

An example of an Amazon was Penthesilea.

An woman possessing extraordinary height and strength. (noun)

An example of someone who might be considered an Amazon is a tall professional track runner who is female.

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