tide gate en · NOUN
Meanings
- An opening through which water may flow freely when the tide moves in one direction, but which closes automatically and prevents the water from flowing in the other direction.
- A place where the tide runs with great velocity, as through a gate.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| tide gates | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
ga geata taoide (opening through which water may flow freely when the tide moves in one direction)