canalisation
/ˌkænəˈleɪʒən/ or /kænəleɪˈzeɪʃən/Definitions
1. noun
The process or act of providing or constructing a canal.
“The canalisation of the new waterway will improve navigation in the region.”
2. noun
The state or process of being or becoming canaled.
“The canalisation of the river has changed its course over time.”
3. noun
The system of canals in a particular area.
“The city’s canalisation system needs to be upgraded for better water management.”