floodgate


Definition: Meaning of, floodgate in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈflʌdɡeɪt /

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floodgate floodgates
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  1. open the floodgates if something opens the floodgates, or if the floodgates open, it suddenly becomes possible for a lot of things to happen which were prevented from happening before
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  2. open the floodgates if the floodgates open, or if something opens the floodgates, someone begins to cry and show their emotions after keeping them hidden
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  3. a gate that is used to control the flow of water from a large lake or river
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