O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

dykes

/daɪks/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does dykes mean?

noun

A natural elevation of the earth's surface, especially one that is long and narrow, or a man-made wall or embankment, especially one built to prevent flooding.

Example

"The dykes in the Netherlands were built to protect the land from the sea."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for dykes

Antonyms of dykes

Rhymes with dykes

Etymologically related