popple

/ˈpɒpl/ or /ˈpoʊpl/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a soft bubbling or murmuring sound, especially of water

“The stream poppled gently through the forest.”

2. verb

to flow or move with a gentle bubbling or murmuring sound

“The brook poppled over the smooth stones.”

3. noun

a small stream or rivulet, especially one that flows gently or quietly

“The popple in the woods was home to many fish.”

Synonyms

  • babbler
  • burb

Antonyms

  • roar
  • thunder