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Sluice

Sloos

/ˈsluːs/

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sluice

Dictionary meaning

Conduit that carries a rapid flow of water controlled by a sluicegate.

Examples

  • Sluice the earth.
  • Sluice water.

Synonyms: sluiceway, penstock

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