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canalize
[ kan-l-ahyz, kuh-nal-ahyz ]
verb (used with object)
, can·al·ized, can·al·iz·ing.
- to make a canal or canals through.
- to convert into a canal.
- to divide (a stream) into reaches with locks or dams, usually to maintain navigable depths.
- to divert into certain channels; give a certain direction to or provide a certain outlet for.
canalize
/ ˈkænəˌlaɪz /
verb
- to provide with or convert into a canal or canals
- to give a particular direction to or provide an outlet for; channel
- to divide a channel into separate reaches controlled by dams and weirs to aid navigation, control water levels, generate power, etc
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Derived Forms
- ˌcanaliˈzation, noun
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Other Words From
- unca·nalized adjective
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