Creek

/kriːk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small stream or minor tributary of a river.

We followed the creek down the valley to find a good fishing spot.

A narrow, sheltered waterway.

The kayak slipped silently through the calm creek surrounded by trees.

A tidal inlet or estuary.

The boat floated gently in the creek as the tide began to rise.

Middle English: from Old English 'crēcca', of uncertain origin.

creek with a view

A creek that offers scenic vistas or beautiful surroundings.

down by the creek

A phrase indicating being near or by the creek.

creek fishing

Fishing in a creek, typically for smaller fish.

river

A large natural stream of water, larger than a creek.

pond

A small body of still water.

estuary

The tidal mouth of a large river, where the tide meets the stream.

To creek out

He decided to creek out instead of taking the main road.

Creeked up

They creeked up to the party later in the evening.