Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leat
noun
/liːt/
Definition
A man-made watercourse or channel.
Examples
- The old mill was powered by water from the leat that ran through the countryside.
- Farmers dug a leat to ensure their crops received enough water during the dry season.
Meaning
A leat is typically constructed to supply water for various purposes, such as milling or irrigation.
Synonyms
- watercourse
- ditch
- canal
- channel
