fluːm

Definitions

1. noun

A narrow channel of water, especially one that is used to supply water to a mill or other industrial machinery, or to carry water away from a mine.

“The old mill was powered by a flume that directed water from the nearby river.”

2. verb

To flow or stream in a flume, or to supply water to a flume.

“The water flumed down the mountain, creating a beautiful waterfall.”

3. noun

A raised bed or channel for plants, especially for a garden or greenhouse.

“The gardener built a flume to grow vegetables in a controlled environment.”