Pronunciation

/kəˈnæl/

Definitions

Noun

A canal is:

1. A人工开凿的水道，通常用于运输或 drainage, often with locks to allow boats to navigate different water levels.
   • Example: “The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.”
2. A narrow strip of land or water that is dug or naturally occurring, serving as a barrier or dividing line.
   • Example: “The Grand Canal divides Venice into two main parts.”

Verb

To canalize (or sometimes channel) something means to direct it through a canal or channel.

• Example: “The river was canalized to reduce flooding in the city.”

Adjective

• In architecture or engineering, “canal-like” describes something resembling a canal.
  • Example: “The design of the building featured canal-like atriums.”

Phrases

• “Open a canal” means to start or create a passage or communication channel.
• “A canal system” refers to a network of interconnected canals for transportation or drainage purposes.
• “Canal lock gates” are the barriers controlling water levels in a canal.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The canal was lined with lush vegetation on either side.”
• Verb: “They planned to canalize the river to improve navigation.”
• Adjective: “The garden’s layout resembled a canal system, with winding paths.”

Synonyms

• Waterway
• Aqueduct
• Channel
• Ditch
• Lane (less commonly used for waterways)