gulley

/ˈɡʌli/

Definitions

1. noun

A channel or ditch, especially one made by the flow of water, in a road or other surface; a depression in a surface, especially one caused by erosion.

“The heavy rainfall caused a gulley in the parking lot.”

2. noun

A narrow passage or channel, especially one in a rock face or a wall.

“The hikers had to navigate through a steep gulley to reach the top.”

Synonyms

  • channel
  • ditch

Antonyms

  • embankment
  • ridge