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- [kan-l-ahyz, kuh-nal-ahyz]
- /ˈkæn lˌaɪz, kəˈnæl aɪz/
- /ˈkæ.nə.laɪz/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kan-l-ahyz, kuh-nal-ahyz]
- /ˈkæn lˌaɪz, kəˈnæl aɪz/
Definitions of canalize word
- verb canalize to provide with or convert into a canal or canals 3
- verb canalize to give a particular direction to or provide an outlet for; channel 3
- verb canalize to divide (a channel) into separate reaches controlled by dams and weirs to aid navigation, control water levels, generate power, etc 3
- verb transitive canalize to make a canal through 3
- verb transitive canalize to change into or make like a canal 3
- verb transitive canalize to provide an outlet for, esp. by directing into a specific channel or channels 3
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Origin of canalize
First appearance:
before 1850 One of the 32% newest English words
First recorded in 1850-55; canal + -ize
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Parts of speech for Canalize
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
canalize popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 72% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
canalize usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for canalize
verb canalize
- direct — to manage or guide by advice, helpful information, instruction, etc.: He directed the company through a difficult time.
- channel — A channel is a television station.
- funnel — a cone-shaped utensil with a tube at the apex for conducting liquid or other substance through a small opening, as into a bottle, jug, or the like.
- guide — to assist (a person) to travel through, or reach a destination in, an unfamiliar area, as by accompanying or giving directions to the person: He guided us through the forest.
- convey — To convey information or feelings means to cause them to be known or understood by someone.
Antonyms for canalize
verb canalize
- diffuse — to pour out and spread, as a fluid.
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