Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
waterway
noun
/ˈwɔːtərweɪ/
Definition
A route or channel for water, especially for the passage of boats or other vessels.
Examples
- The Mississippi River is a major waterway that facilitates trade and transportation.
- Marine traffic is restricted in the waterway during stormy weather.
- The city plans to create a new waterway to improve local shipping routes.
Meaning
A waterway is a natural or artificial channel through which water flows, often designed for navigation, irrigation, or drainage.
Synonyms
- canal
- river
- stream
- channel
- aqueduct
