Home / Dictionary / Meaning of culvert

Culvert

/kˈʌlvərt/
C1
Listen pronunciation

(noun) A channel crossing under a road or railway for the draining of water.

The culvert empties out behind my house.
We installed a new culvert to improve drainage.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ empties out behind my house.

Expand Your Vocabulary with LexUp

Master English words using smart flashcards, play exciting word rounds, and compete with other learners worldwide.