Definition of waterway
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:a way or channel for water
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:a navigable body of water
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the Erie Canal was superseded by a much larger waterway, the New York State Barge Canal
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Water features: Spotlight a fountain or birdbath in your garden, or create a waterway complete with lights nestled into the rocks for an interesting nighttime aesthetic.
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Elected officials and business leaders in Illinois and Indiana have said that significant changes to the Brandon Road complex could hamper cargo shipment on the busy waterway.
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Bryan Cereijo Miami Herald Staff The U.S. Coast Guard, which enforces federal law on the waterway, says an extended curfew would exacerbate congestion on the river.
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As the top predators in many Australian waterways, platypuses help maintain ecosystem balance and water health.
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The nonprofit is one of the only outfits to lead kayak tours down both stretches of the waterway that are legally kayak-able ($45 and up).
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But according to ancient Chinese belief, bad energy follows straight lines and good energy meanders (hence the zigzagging garden paths and serpentine manmade waterways).
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The still-working N.Y. waterway known as the Erie Canal, celebrating the bicentennial of its birth this year, is now a draw for vacationers.
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The ships were designed to be especially relevant in littoral waterways, meaning near coastal areas.
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First Known Use of waterway
14th century
WATERWAY Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of waterway for English Language Learners
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: a canal, river, etc., that is deep and wide enough for boats and ships to travel through
WATERWAY Defined for Kids
waterway
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Definition of waterway for Students
:a channel or a body of water by which ships can travel
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