Meaning & use
Brook
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A small, natural freshwater stream.
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They fished for trout in the brook behind the cabin.
The hikers followed the sound of the babbling brook to find water.
A note on using this word
As a verb, 'brook' means to tolerate or put up with something, as in 'she would brook no argument.'
Words with a similar meaning
streamcreekrivulet
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To tolerate or allow something, especially opposition or delay (usually used in negative constructions).
The coach would brook no excuses for missing practice.
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