canal

ca-nal · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An artificial waterway constructed for navigation, irrigation, or drainage.

  2. 2.

    A tubular passage or duct in the body.

Forms

plural: canals

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    root canal — a dental procedure
  • •
    canal boat — a boat designed for use on canals
  • •
    birth canal — the passage through which a baby is born

Related words

See also: channel, duct, waterway
Synonyms: channel, duct, waterway

Etymology

From Latin canalis meaning "pipe, channel, groove," from canna meaning "reed, cane."