noun
river prone to flooding; unruly river
Describes a river that frequently overflows its banks, often causing damage. The term carries a personified, somewhat dramatic tone, likening the river to something wild or uncontrollable.
この暴れ川は毎年のように氾濫を起こす。
This unruly river floods almost every year.
暴れ川の治水工事が進められている。
Flood control works are underway for the unruly river.