spurway

/ˈspɜːrweɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A spurway or spurrey is a type of waterway or canal that is designed to connect two larger bodies of water, often used for transportation or irrigation purposes.

“The local engineers were tasked with designing a new spurway to connect the river to the lake, facilitating trade and commerce between the two towns.”

Synonyms

  • canal
  • waterway

Antonyms

  • blockage
  • obstruction