I. ˈbru̇k noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Old English brōc; akin to Old High German bruoh marshy ground
Date: before 12th century
: creek 2
II. transitive verb
Etymology: Middle English brouken to use, enjoy, from Old English brūcan; akin to Old High German brūhhan to use, Latin frui to enjoy
Date: 15th century
: to stand for : tolerate
he would brook no interference with his plans