Definition of Flume

1. Noun. A narrow gorge with a stream running through it.

Exact synonyms: Gulch
Generic synonyms: Gorge

2. Noun. Watercourse that consists of an open artificial chute filled with water for power or for carrying logs.
Generic synonyms: Watercourse, Waterway

Definition of Flume

1. n. A stream; especially, a passage channel, or conduit for the water that drives a mill wheel; or an artifical channel of water for hydraulic or placer mining; also, a chute for conveying logs or lumber down a declivity.

Definition of Flume

1. Noun. A ravine or gorge, usually one with water running through. ¹

2. Noun. An open channel or trough used to direct or divert liquids. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Flume

1. to convey by means of an artificial water channel [v FLUMED, FLUMING, FLUMES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Flume

flukes
flukeworm
flukeworms
flukey
flukier
flukiest
flukily
flukiness
flukinesses
fluking
flukish
fluky
flulike
flumazenil
flumazepil
flume (current term)
flumed
flumen
flumes
flumethasone
flumethiazide
flumina
flumina pilorum
fluming
fluminous
flumioxazin
flummadiddle
flummadiddles
flummeries

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