Rivulet , n. [Earlier rivolet, It. rivoletto, a dim. fr. rivolo, L. rivulus, dim. of rivus a brook. CF. Rival, Rite.] A small stream or brook; a streamlet.1913 WebsterBy fountain or by shady rivuletHe sought them.Milton.1913 Webster
By fountain or by shady rivuletHe sought them.