dike

[dahyk]

dike Definition

  • 1an embankment built to prevent the overflow of a river or other body of water
  • 2a ditch or watercourse

Using dike: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dike" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The floodwaters were held back by the dike.

  • Example

    The farmer dug a dike to irrigate his fields.

  • Example

    The city built a dike to protect against storm surges.

dike Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dike

Phrases with dike

  • to take action to prevent a problem from getting worse, especially when the solution is only temporary or inadequate

    Example

    She put her finger in the dike by lending him money to pay his rent, but he needs a long-term solution to his financial problems.

  • to drain water from a low-lying area by digging a ditch or channel

    Example

    The farmers had to dike out the flooded fields before they could plant their crops.

  • a sport in which participants jump over ditches or other obstacles on horseback

    Example

    She won first place in the dike jump competition at the county fair.

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Summary: dike in Brief

A 'dike' [dahyk] is an embankment or barrier built to prevent the overflow of a river or other body of water. It can also refer to a ditch or watercourse. Examples include 'The floodwaters were held back by the dike,' and 'The farmer dug a dike to irrigate his fields.' The phrase 'put one's finger in the dike' means to take temporary action to prevent a problem from getting worse.