Dyke and Moat

Dyke

Dyke noun - A barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea.
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Moat and dyke are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Moat" instead a noun "Dyke".

Nearby Words: dyking, dyked

Moat

Moat noun - Ditch dug as a fortification and usually filled with water.
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Dyke and moat are semantically related. You can use "Dyke" instead a noun "Moat". popular alternative

Nearby Word: moated
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