channel

²channel

verb

channeled or channelledchannel·ing or channel·ling

Definition of CHANNEL

transitive verb

1

a : to form, cut, or wear a channel in b : to make a groove in <channel a chair leg>

2

: to convey or direct into or through a channel <channel his energy into useful work>

3

: to serve as a channeler or intermediary for

Examples of CHANNEL

1. She's started channeling her anger towards me.
2. He channeled millions of dollars into the program.
3. Their irrigation system channels water to the corn fields.

First Known Use of CHANNEL

15th century

Related to CHANNEL

Synonyms: canalize, channelize, conduct, direct, funnel, pipe, siphon (also syphon)

Related Words: carry, convey, transmit; concentrate, consolidate, focus

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Rhymes with CHANNEL

flannel, panel