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Vocabulary Entry
swale
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A swale is a low or hollow area, often used to collect or convey water.
Example Sentences
"The farmer dug a swale to help manage water runoff on his land."
"The park features a beautiful swale filled with native plants."
"After the heavy rain, the swale became a small pond."
V
verb
To swale is to create or form a swale.
Example Sentences
"The landscape architect plans to swale the area to improve drainage."
"They will swale the field to prevent flooding after storms."
"We need to swale the backyard to direct water away from the house."