canalize
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.
Origin of canalize
1- Also especially British, can·al·ise .
Other words from canalize
- un·ca·nal·ized, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for canalize
canalise
/ (ˈkænəˌlaɪz) /
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
Derived forms of canalize
- canalization or canalisation, noun
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