bourn

noun

ˈbȯrn

ˈbu̇rn

variants or bourne

: stream, brook

idyllic days that were spent rambling the length of the bourn that flowed through that peaceful vale

Etymology

Middle English burn, bourne — more at burn

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of bourn was in the 13th century

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Style

“Bourn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bourn. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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