1. to direct or channel something along a particular course or into a particular direction
Usage: British spelling; third person singular present tense
2. to construct canals or waterways
Usage: British spelling; third person singular present tense; technical

Examples

• The government canalises public opinion through controlled media.
• The engineer canalises the river water into irrigation channels.
• She canalises her energy into productive activities.
• The company canalises resources toward research and development.
• The system canalises traffic flow during rush hour.
• He canalises the stream to prevent flooding in the village.