canalization

/ˌkænələˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of making a channel or canal, especially for water flow.
    • The canalization of the river helped prevent flooding in the town.
    • Ancient civilizations used canalization to bring water to their crops.
    • Engineers studied the canalization of the marshland to improve drainage.
  2. The process of directing something (such as energy, resources, or emotions) into a specific channel or course.
    • The charity focuses on the canalization of donations to rural schools.
    • The canalization of her anger into art helped her heal.
    • Good management involves the canalization of team efforts toward a common goal.
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