Brooklet: meaning, definitions and examples
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brooklet
[ หbrสklษชt ]
small water body
A brooklet is a small stream of water, usually found in a forest or meadow. It is characterized by its gentle flow and clear water.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The brooklet gurgled softly as it made its way through the forest.
- The brooklet provided a peaceful spot for the animals to drink from.
small river
In some regions, a brooklet may refer to a small river or creek that flows through the countryside. It is larger than a streamlet but smaller than a river.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The brooklet wound its way through the valley, providing water for the nearby farms.
- The brooklet was a popular fishing spot for the locals.
Translations
Translations of the word "brooklet" in other languages:
๐ต๐น riacho
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคเฅ เคงเคพเคฐเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Bรคchlein
๐ฎ๐ฉ anak sungai
๐บ๐ฆ ััััะผะพัะพะบ
๐ต๐ฑ strumyk
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฐๅท
๐ซ๐ท ruisseau
๐ช๐ธ arroyuelo
๐น๐ท derecik
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฌุฏูู ุตุบูุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ potลฏฤek
๐ธ๐ฐ potรดฤik
๐จ๐ณ ๅฐๆบช
๐ธ๐ฎ potok
๐ฎ๐ธ lรฆkur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะน
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ รงayรงฤฑq
๐ฒ๐ฝ arroyuelo
Word origin
The word 'brooklet' originated from Middle English 'brok(e)let', which in turn came from Old English 'broc' meaning a small stream. It has been used since the 14th century to describe a small stream or river. Brooklets have been an important part of rural landscapes, providing water for drinking, irrigation, and sustenance for wildlife.
See also: brook.