| 1 |
[ noun ] a gate in a sluice that can control the flow of water
Synonyms Related terms |
| 2 |
[ noun ] something that restrains a flood or outpouring
Examples "suspension of surveillance opened the floodgates to illegal immigrants" Related terms |
| 3 |
[ noun ] regulator consisting of a valve or gate that controls the rate of water flow through a sluice
Synonyms |
| * |
|