Etymology
Meaning
A small, narrow stream of water.
Origin
The word "rivulet" comes from the Old French word "rivel", which itself comes from the Latin word "rivus" ("stream"). The word "rivus" is thought to be related to the Sanskrit word "rewakas" ("a stream").
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