Trickle/ˈtrɪkl/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/2Small Amount Use 'trickle' to describe a meager flow, much less than a pour or stream. A trickle of olive oil enhanced the salad's flavor. Pro Tip 2/2Continuous Motion 'Trickle' suggests a steady, continuous motion, not an abrupt one. Water trickled from the faucet, indicating a need for repair.