dike
9 points
English
4 letters
Uncommon
Commonness #37,209
Valid in: US and UK dictionaries
Definitions
noun
a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea
verb
enclose with a dike
Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.
Pronunciation
/dˈaɪk/ · 1 syllable · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
Word forms
plural dikes
Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.
Synonyms
(slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine
Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).
Rhymes
More rhymes → · rhymes from CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)
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