Sluice
Pronunciation:slüs
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 水闸
- 闸门
- 排水道
Definitions
noun
Definition
A sliding gate or other device for controlling the flow of water, especially one in a lock or dam.
In ZH
一种滑动门或其他装置，用于控制水流，尤其是在船闸或水坝中的装置。
Examples
- The sluice at the dam was opened to allow the water to flow through.
- Farmers use sluices to irrigate their fields effectively.
- The engineers inspected the sluice to ensure it was functioning properly.
Cultural Notes
In many cultures, sluices are important for agriculture and water management.
verb
Definition
To wash or drench something with water, usually in a continuous flow.
In ZH
用水冲洗或浸湿某物，通常是连续流动的水。
Examples
- They sluiced the area to clean up the dirt after the construction.
- The workers sluiced down the floors to remove the dust.
- You can sluice the vegetables to remove any dirt before cooking.
Cultural Notes
This usage is common in contexts related to cleaning or washing, especially in agriculture.