rigolet

[ rig-uh-let ]

/ ˈrɪg əˌlɛt /

a small stream; rivulet.

Origin of rigolet

1710–20, Americanism; < Mississippi Valley French, equivalent to French rigole drain, channel + -et, -et

He was then at Rigolet Post, a chief trader only, now what is he so great!

The Story of the Trapper |A. C. Laut
You'll have time to reach Rigolet, however, before the break-up if you push on.

Ungava Bob |Dillon Wallace
Two days later we pulled in at Rigolet and were greeted by my friend Fraser.

The Long Labrador Trail |Dillon Wallace
Rigolet was the low comedian, and took the parts usually played by Arnal and Bouffé.

Tales from Blackwood |Various

At Rigolet final arrangements were decided on and last purchases made for the dash into the wilds.

The Come Back |Carolyn Wells