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    Ruisselait (en. Was streaming)

    ʁɥisəˈlɛ

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To cause a liquid to circulate or flow in large quantities.
    Water was flowing from the windows after the rain.
    L'eau ruisselait des fenêtres après la pluie.
    To flow slowly, forming drops or streams.
    Chocolate was flowing over the cake.
    Le chocolat ruisselait sur le gâteau.
    To have a continuous or abundant flow.
    Tears were flowing down her cheeks.
    Les larmes ruisselaient sur ses joues.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'ruisseler', originating from old French 'ruisseler', which means 'to flow' or 'to run off'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    was flowing with joy
    Expresses a state of great joy that is expressed in an overflowing manner.
    ruisselait de joie
    flowed like a torrent
    Used to describe a significant or rapid flow.
    ruisselait comme un torrent

    Related Words

    runoff
    Act or effect of flowing.
    ruissellement
    brook
    Small stream that flows.
    ruisseau
    to flow
    Verb synonymous with the term 'ruisselait', designating the action of flowing.
    ruisseler

    Slang Meanings

    To be overwhelmed by emotions.
    When she received her diploma, she was completely flowing.
    Quand elle a reçu son diplôme, elle était complètement ruisselait.
    To describe someone who dresses in an extravagant manner.
    He arrives at the party, shimmering with glitter.
    Il arrive à la fête, ruisselant de paillettes.