babbling brook
The term "babbling brook" can evoke images of a peaceful stream in literature or refer to a cook in Australian rhyming slang.
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Definition
B2Literature
(poetic)A small, gently flowing stream that makes a soft, continuous sound as it moves over stones.
Example
- The poet described the countryside with its babbling brook and lush greenery.
- They sat by the babbling brook, listening to its soothing sounds.
C1Australian English
(slang, informal)A cook, especially one working in the outback or in military service.
Example
- The babbling brook prepared a hearty meal for the tired travelers.
- In the outback, a good babbling brook is highly valued.