floodgate

'flʌdgeit

GRE

n. something that restrains a flood or outpouring

n. 水门, 水闸, 防潮水闸

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floodgate 由 flood（洪水）和 gate（门）组成，字面意思是“洪水的门”，可以理解为控制洪水流动的设备。

例句

1. The floodgate was opened to prevent water from overflowing the dam.

为了防止水溢出大坝，洪水闸被打开了。

2. After the heavy rain, the city officials decided to close the floodgates.

大雨过后，市政府决定关闭洪水闸。

3. The floodgate system is essential for managing water levels during storms.

洪水闸系统对于在暴风雨期间管理水位至关重要。