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dyke

/daɪk/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does dyke mean?

noun, verb

A natural or artificial barrier constructed across a river or other watercourse to prevent or regulate the flow of water. To obstruct or block something, especially a flow of people or ideas.

Example

"The dyke was built to protect the village from flooding."

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