(US) The bank of a canal opposite, and corresponding to, that of the towpath.
(US) The bank of a canal opposite, and corresponding to, that of the towpath.
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A raised bank or path, especially the bank of a canal opposite the towpath.
(North America) The outer edge of the bend in a stream or river, where the water cuts into the bank leaving the opposite side flat.
(AU, NZ, India, Ireland) A paved path located at the side of a road for the use of pedestrians.
(nautical) A widened section of a narrow river or canal, formed to one side so as to leave the channel free, for mooring of vessels, where vessels can lay over or allow others to pass.
A hydraulic canal, as for a water-powered mill.