1. plural of channelization; the process or result of directing something (such as water, traffic, or energy) through a channel or into a specific course
Usage: commonly used in civil engineering, hydrology, and urban planning contexts
2. instances or projects involving the construction or modification of channels, especially for water management or flood control
Usage: technical term used in environmental and infrastructure engineering

Examples

• The river channelizations reduced flooding in the valley.
• Multiple channelizations of the creek improved drainage in the residential area.
• Engineers proposed several channelizations to manage stormwater runoff.
• The city's traffic channelizations directed vehicles more efficiently through downtown.
• Environmental groups debated the ecological impacts of the proposed channelizations.
• Historical channelizations of the waterway altered the natural ecosystem.
• Modern channelizations often incorporate green infrastructure principles.