Definition

A small stream or brook that flows gently.

Example

We followed the rill as it wound through the forest.

Conversation

Did you hear about that little rill near the park?

Yeah, I saw it last weekend, it looked so peaceful!

I want to go there and relax by the rill this Saturday.

That sounds like a great idea! I’d love to join you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To flow in a small stream or trickle, similar to how a small brook moves.

Example

The water began to rill down the rocks after the rain.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I love how the stream rills through the forest.

It really adds to the peaceful atmosphere, doesn’t it?

Yeah, I could just sit there and listen to it for hours.

Root Explanation

The word 'rill' originates from Old English 'rylle', meaning a small stream or brook. It refers specifically to a tiny, often shallow watercourse.

Memory Tip

Imagine a small stream or brook, which is what a 'rill' represents. This helps you remember that a rill is a tiny waterway.

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