
Ford
Physical Crossing
Refers to an actual location in a body of water that is shallow enough to walk or drive through.

The hikers found a ford to cross the river.
Historical Relevance
Older times relied on fords before bridges, may appear in historical contexts or literature.

The army used the old ford to move their cavalry across the stream.
Geographical Importance
Often significant in geography and local history, can be landmarks or part of a place name.

We visited the town of Oxford, which got its name from a cattle ford.
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