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Rill

A rill is a small, shallow channel or stream of water flowing gently over the ground. It is typically found in hilly or uneven terrain.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun - Water Channel: A rill is a narrow and shallow channel formed by the flow of water, usually rainwater or melting snow, over the surface of the ground.
2. Noun - Landscape Feature: In geology, a rill refers to a small groove or furrow that is eroded by the action of water, often found on the slopes of hills or mountains.
3. Verb - Flow: To rill means to flow or trickle in small streams or channels. It is often used to describe the movement of water over the ground.

Examples:

1. Noun: After the rain, the rill formed at the base of the hill, creating a soothing sound.
2. Noun: The erosion caused by the rill led to the formation of a beautiful miniature canyon on the mountain slope.
3. Verb: The melted snow began to rill down the hillside, creating small streams that flowed into the valley.

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