Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vala
Noun
/ˈvælə/
Definition
A ditch or trench, often used for drainage or irrigation.
Examples
- After the heavy rain, the garden was filled with water pooling in the vala.
- The farmers dug a vala to redirect excess water from the field.
Meaning
In a more general sense, ‘vala’ refers to a low-lying area or a depression that can collect water, resembling a gutter-like structure.
Synonyms
- ditch
- trench
- gutter
- channel