canalize
can·a·lize [ ˈka-nə-ˌlīz]
[ˈka-nə-ˌlīz]
canalized; canalizing
transitive verb
1a : to provide with a canal or channel b : to make into or similar to a canal
2 : to provide with an outlet
especially : to direct into preferred channels
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First Known Use of canalize
1830, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a
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More Synonyms and Antonyms ofcanalize
to cause to move to a central point or along a restricted pathway
- the director of the charity should be canalizing the flow of donations so that the money ends up where it is most needed