Trickle

Verb

Definition: a small, slow, or irregular flow of water or another liquid.

Synonyms: Streamlet, Rivulet, Trickle of water

Antonyms:

Examples:
  • The faucet was only producing a trickle of water.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of a tiny stream that is barely flowing, similar to a trickle.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'trikelen', probably of imitative origin.

Historical Usage:

The word has been used in English since the Middle Ages, maintaining its original meaning of a slow flow of liquid.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Trickle-down economics"

Explanation:

A theory that suggests economic benefits for the wealthy will eventually benefit the less fortunate in society.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'trickle' with 'trickle-down' in everyday usage.

Explanation:

'Trickle' refers to a slow flow or the action of flowing in small quantities, while 'trickle-down' is an idiom related to economic theory.

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