Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

corrego

noun
/ˈkɔrɛɡu/
Definition
A small stream or creek in Portuguese-speaking regions.
Examples
  • The children played near the corrego after the rain.
  • We found fish swimming in the crystal-clear waters of the corrego.
  • A corrego can often be a habitat for various wildlife.
Meaning
This term refers to a natural watercourse that flows through a landscape, typically smaller than a river.
Synonyms
  • stream
  • brook
  • creek