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sluiceway

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun sluiceway has 1 sense
  1. sluice, sluiceway, penstock - conduit that carries a rapid flow of water controlled by a sluicegate
    --1 is a kind of conduit
    --1 has parts:
     sluicegate, sluice valve, floodgate, penstock, head gate, water gate

Definitions from the Web

Term: sluiceway

Description:

A sluiceway is a channel or passage that is used to regulate the flow of water, often seen in dams, canals, or watermills. It can also refer to a local term, specific to a particular region.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

  1. The sluiceway of the dam controls the water level in the reservoir.
  2. During heavy rain, the excess water is directed into the sluiceway to prevent flooding.
  3. The miller adjusted the sluiceway to increase the speed of the waterwheel.

Adjective:

  1. The local sluiceway fishing technique is famous among the fishermen in the area.
  2. We enjoyed a delicious meal at the sluiceway restaurant, known for its fresh seafood.
  3. The sluiceway market is a great place to find unique local crafts and produce.

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