dike

/dˈa‍ɪk/

/ˈdaɪk/

Dike

diga

a long thick wall built in order to prevent water flooding onto a lower area, especially from the sea

sinonimo : dam

Esempio

1. Today, the regional government is even dismantling some dikes.

2. They used dikes to separate fresh and saltwater.

3. Secure dikes protect the city, but a series of measures along the river are crucial.

4. From behind dikes, under tumbleweeds, and in makeshift blinds, the gunners lie in wait.