Channelizing: meaning, definitions and examples
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channelizing
[ ˈtʃænəlaɪzɪŋ ]
water management
Channelizing refers to the process of directing or controlling the flow of water through a specific channel or course. This is often done in the context of managing rivers or streams, where natural paths of water flow are altered for various reasons such as flood control, irrigation, or environmental restoration. Channelizing can also be applied in urban planning to prevent flooding and manage stormwater runoff effectively. The goal is to create more predictable and manageable water flow patterns, reducing risks associated with unmanaged waterways.
Synonyms
controlling, guiding, redirecting.
Examples of usage
- The engineers are channelizing the river to prevent flooding in the nearby town.
- Channelizing the stream helped improve water quality in the local ecosystem.
- The project involves channelizing the drainage system to reduce overflow during heavy rains.
Translations
Translations of the word "channelizing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 canalização
🇮🇳 चैनलाइज़िंग
🇩🇪 Kanalisierung
🇮🇩 kanalisasi
🇺🇦 каналізація
🇵🇱 kanalizacja
🇯🇵 チャネル化
🇫🇷 canalisation
🇪🇸 canalización
🇹🇷 kanalizasyon
🇰🇷 채널화
🇸🇦 قناة
🇨🇿 kanalizace
🇸🇰 kanalizácia
🇨🇳 通道化
🇸🇮 kanalizacija
🇮🇸 rásangur
🇰🇿 арналарды
🇬🇪 ჩანაწერი
🇦🇿 kanalizasiya
🇲🇽 canalización
Etymology
The term 'channelize' is derived from the word 'channel,' which dates back to the late Middle English term 'chanel,' meaning a bed of a stream or river. This term is rooted in the Anglo-French word 'canal,' and from Latin 'canalis,' meaning a pipe or a channel. The modern use of 'channelize' emerged in the 20th century, particularly in environmental and civil engineering contexts. It reflects the growing need for managing natural water flows due to urban development and environmental concerns, marking a shift from traditional methods of living with waterways to actively shaping them for human benefit.