leam

/liːm/

Definitions

1. noun

a stream or rivulet, especially one formed by the melting of snow in winter

“The leam flowed gently through the village, providing a source of fresh water.”

2. verb

to flow or issue in a small stream

“The water leams from the mountain after the spring rains.”

Synonyms

  • brook
  • rivulet
  • run
  • stream

Antonyms

  • desert
  • dry