What does CREEK mean?

Parts of Speech

Creek is a noun.

Definitions

A creek is a small stream or a narrow, sheltered waterway that flows into a larger body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean. It can also refer to a narrow, sheltered inlet in the shore of a body of water.

Pronunciations

US: /krik/

UK: /kriːk/

Origin and Usage

The word "creek" originated in Middle English as "creke" and Old Norse as "kriki," meaning a bend or nook. It has been used to describe small streams and inlets since the 15th century. Creeks are often found in natural settings such as forests, mountains, and plains, and have been important water sources for humans and wildlife throughout history. Today, creeks are often used for recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, and kayaking.

Synonyms

• Stream
• Rivulet
• Brook
• Runnel

Related Words

• Brook
• Flume
• River
• Spring
• Swamp

Example Sentences

1. They went for a walk along the creek and saw a family of ducks swimming in the water.
2. The cabin was situated on a hill overlooking a picturesque creek.
3. The kayakers paddled upstream against the current of the narrow creek.
4. The creek dried up during the summer months, leaving the surrounding vegetation parched and brown.
5. She sat on the bank of the creek and watched the water flow by, lost in thought.