The Clue
Water barrier (4 letter answer)
The Answer
DIKE
Tags
Notes
The answer DIKE is uncommon, appearing about once every 375 puzzles.
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Definition
DIKE as a noun:
1. (butch, dike, dyke) = offensive terms for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine
2. (dam, dike, dyke) = a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea
DIKE as a verb:
1. (dike, dyke) = enclose with a dike; "dike the land to protect it from water"