Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dyke
Noun
/daɪk/
Definition
A dyke is a long wall or embankment built to prevent flooding from the sea or a river.
Examples
- The farmers built a dyke to protect their fields from the rising water levels.
- After the storm, the dyke held strong and kept the village safe from flooding.
Meaning
Typically used in the context of water management, a dyke serves to control water flow and protect land from being inundated.
Synonyms
- dike
- embankment
- levee
- barrier
