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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   plural of dyke form-of, plural
2. 2
   Diagonal cutting pliers; diagonal pliers; diagonal cutters; wire cutters. plural, plural-only

   "If you use undersized dykes to cut large wire, you can damage or break them."

Proper Noun

1. 1
   A surname.

Synonyms

All synonyms

butchdambankembankmentamazonandrogyne

Example

More examples

"The marshland is protected by dykes."

Etymology

Etymology 1

See dyke.

Etymology 2

Likely a blend of diagonal + cut, with influence from dyke and dike.

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