canal
//kəˈnæl//
Noun
canalSingular
canalsPlural
1
An artificial waterway constructed to allow the passage of boats or ships inland or to convey water for irrigation
The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
2
A tubular duct in a plant or animal body for conveying food, liquid, or air
The alimentary canal processes food as it moves through the body.
Synonym
Verb
1
To convert (a river or other waterway) into a canal
They canaled the river to improve navigation.