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trickle

nounfeminineregional/ˈaɡwɐ ˈʃilɾɐ/rare

á·gua-chil·ra

Definition

A regional term for a very thin, low-flow spring or stream of water.
Behind the house, there's a trickle that never dries up, even in summer.
We followed the course of the trickle until we found its source.

Etymology

Composto de 'água' + 'chilra' (de origem obscura, possivelmente onomatopeica).