deep pool in a river
Refers to a deep, still part of a river, often where the current slows and water collects. Used in geographical names and nature descriptions.
Big fish are lurking in the deep pool of the river.
The deep pools around here have clear water and are beautiful.
Standard kanji form for this word.
The kanji 瀞 is composed of 氵 (water) and 静 (quiet), suggesting still water. The reading とろ is of native Japanese origin, likely related to the idea of a slow, stagnant part of a river.