Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
canal
noun
/kəˈnæl/
Definition
A canal is a man-made waterway constructed to allow the passage of boats, ships, or for irrigation.
Examples
- One of the most famous canals is the Panama Canal, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
- The city is crisscrossed by canals, making it easy to explore by boat.
- Aqueducts often serve as canals to transport water from one location to another.
Meaning
A canal is typically a long and narrow body of water that connects two larger bodies of water, facilitating transportation and water management.
Synonyms
- waterway
- channel
- ditch
