unsluice

/ˈʌnsˌluːs/

Definitions

1. verb

to release or allow a flow of water to escape from a sluice or other controlled passage

“The swollen river was unsluiced from the dam, causing widespread flooding.”

2. noun

the act or process of releasing water from a sluice or other controlled passage

“The unsluicing of the canal had a significant impact on the local ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • discharge
  • release
  • sluice

Antonyms

  • block
  • obstruct