rykes
/raɪks/
noun
- A long, narrow valley or ravine, often formed by a stream or river.
- The hikers followed the rykes through the mountains, enjoying the cool shade.
- A small stream ran along the bottom of the rykes, making the ground soft and muddy.
- Ancient glaciers carved deep rykes into the landscape thousands of years ago.
- A ditch or channel dug for drainage or irrigation.
- Farmers dug rykes to carry water from the river to their fields.
- The old rykes along the road helped prevent flooding during storms.
- After the heavy rain, the rykes were full and flowing quickly.