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rill

 

[rษชl ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

small stream

A rill is a small, narrow stream of water flowing through a field or forest. It is often a tributary of a larger river or stream. Rills are typically shallow and have a gentle flow.

Synonyms

brook, creek, rivulet.

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Word Description / Examples
rill

Used to describe a very small stream, often temporary or seasonal in nature, sometimes found in gardens or created by rainwater.

  • After the rain, a small rill formed along the path.
  • The artist painted a rill in the garden scenery.
brook

Used for small streams, larger than a rill, often found flowing through countryside areas. The term is commonly used in poetic or pastoral contexts.

  • We spent the afternoon picnicking by the brook.
  • The gentle sound of the brook was soothing.
creek

Common in American English, 'creek' refers to a small to medium-sized stream. It can be found in rural as well as some suburban areas.

  • The kids love to play by the creek during summer.
  • Our house is located near a peaceful creek.
rivulet

Used to describe a very small stream or a trickle of water. The term is often used in literary or descriptive contexts to emphasize the small size of the water flow.

  • A rivulet of water ran down the hillside.
  • Her tears formed rivulets down her cheeks.

Examples of usage

  • The hikers followed the rill as it meandered through the meadow.
  • The sound of the rill babbling over the rocks was peaceful and soothing.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'rill' comes from the Old English word 'rillan,' meaning to flow or trickle.
  • Related words include 'river' and 'rivulet,' highlighting its connection to flowing water.
  • Its first known use in English was in the early 14th century, showing its long-standing presence in the language.

Geography

  • Rills are often found in hilly areas, where they form as water flows down slopes.
  • They can contribute to larger bodies of water, illustrating nature's interconnected waterways.
  • Ecologically, rills play a crucial role in soil erosion control by channeling water flow.

Literature

  • Rills are frequently mentioned in poetry as symbols of tranquility and the flow of time.
  • Famous poets like Wordsworth use small streams in their works to evoke feelings of peace and nature's beauty.
  • In romantic literature, rills often signify the purity of love or a serene escape.

Nature

  • Rills create habitats for various species, including insects, amphibians, and small fish.
  • The sound of a rill is often associated with calmness and the soothing effects of nature.
  • They can dry up during dry seasons, highlighting the need for water conservation in ecosystems.

Art

  • Artists often depict rills in landscapes to emphasize the beauty of nature and movement.
  • Watercolors are popular mediums used to represent rills, capturing their flexible and flowing characteristics.
  • In garden design, rills are used to create visual interest and tranquility through water features.

Translations

Translations of the word "rill" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cรณrrego

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bach

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ anak sungai

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ั€ัƒะผะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ strumyk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฐๅท (ogawa)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ruisseau

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arroyo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dere

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œ๋‚ด (sinae)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุฏูˆู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ potok

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ potok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐๆบช (xiวŽo xฤซ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ potok

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรฆkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑะปะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒ”แƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงay

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arroyo

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,723, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.