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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sluice

/ˈʃuːs/ noun · British & US
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What does sluice mean?

noun

A device for regulating the flow of water, especially one consisting of a series of gates or valves that can be opened or closed to control the flow. A sluice is also a narrow channel or passage through which water flows.

Example

"The farmer used a sluice to control the water flow to his crops."

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