Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

canalize

verb
/ˈkænəlaɪz/
Definition
To channel or direct something along a specific path or route.
Examples
  • Engineers decided to canalize the river to prevent flooding in nearby areas.
  • The counselor helped her to canalize her emotions more constructively.
Meaning
Canalize refers to the process of creating a channel or guiding something in a particular direction, often used in contexts related to physical waterways or metaphorical pathways in ideas or actions.
Synonyms
  • channel
  • guide
  • direct
  • navigate
  • convey