Brook

/brʊk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small stream.

The children played by the brook, skipping stones and watching the water flow.

A term used to refer to a small freshwater stream.

We enjoyed a picnic near the brook, surrounded by lush greenery.

verb

To tolerate or allow something, usually something that one dislikes.

I cannot brook any interference in my work.

To endure something without complaint.

He could brook no delay in the project’s timeline.

Middle English brok, from Old English brōc; related to Dutch broek and German Bruch.

brook no nonsense:

to not tolerate foolishness

to brook no delay:

to not allow any delay

To endure or tolerate something.

I can’t brook any excuses for being late.