Word of the Day

Word of the Day: Runnel

 

Pronunciation: /ˈrənl/

 

Definition: (noun)

 

1) a narrow channel in the ground for liquid to flow through.

2) a brook or rill.

3) a small stream of a particular liquid.

 

Etymology: late 16th century (denoting a brook or rill): variant of dialect rindle, influenced by the verb run.