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Dez

Dez is a term used in various contexts, most prominently as the name of a river in Iran. The Dez River, or Rūd-e Dez, is a major river in the southwest of Iran, originating in the Zagros Mountains and flowing through the provinces of Lorestan and Khuzestan before joining the Karun River. The river's basin supports agriculture and settlements; it has several dams, including a large reservoir used for irrigation and hydroelectric power. The city of Dezful lies on the river and has a long history that is closely linked to the Dez.

In addition to geographic usage, Dez is also used as a given name or nickname in various

The term may appear in other local place names and features in Iran and neighboring regions, but

cultures,
often
as
a
shortened
form
of
Desmond
or
as
an
independent
name.
the
river
and
the
city
are
among
the
best-known
associations
of
the
name
Dez.