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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sluicegate

/ˈʃuːɪsɡeɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does sluicegate mean?

noun

A gate or valve that controls the flow of water, especially in a canal or lock, and is used to regulate the level of water in a reservoir or to allow water to flow from one level to another.

Example

"The sluicegate was opened to allow the water to flow into the lower reservoir."

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