nailbourne
Meaning
Noun
- A chalk stream that only flows intermittently.
Related
Similar words
- gypsey , lavant , vipsey
Origin
- From + bourne. The etymology of the first part is uncertain. It may derive from ail via a rebracketing of an ailbourne as a nailbourne; compare similar cases such as English newt and nickname.
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