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SLUICE

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Sluice.

How to pronounce sluice:

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Sluice - as a noun

Conduit that carries a rapid flow of water controlled by a sluicegate

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Sluice - as a verb

Pour as if from a sluice

Example: "An aggressive tide sluiced across the barrier reef"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sluice down

Irrigate with water from a sluice

Example: "Sluice the earth"

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Transport in or send down a sluice

Example: "Sluice logs"

Draw through a sluice

Example: "Sluice water"

Example Sentences

"We installed a new sluice gate to control the water flow."
"The old sluice was no longer effective in diverting water."
"The miners used a sluice to separate the gold from the sediment."
"The sluice was clogged with debris after the heavy rain."
"The irrigation system relied on a network of sluices."
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Word Game Points

Is SLUICE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sluice is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SLUICE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is SLUICE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sluice is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SLUICE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is SLUICE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sluice is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SLUICE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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