No. 6,665 in Dutch
watergate
The Dutch word "watergate" means a watergate or a sluice used to control water flow.
In a sentence
De watergate werd geopend om overstromingen te voorkomen.
The watergate was opened to prevent flooding.
In this sentence, 'watergate' refers to a control structure or gate used to manage water levels and flow in a canal or waterway.
De Watergate-affaire toont het belang van transparantie in de politiek.
The Watergate scandal highlights the importance of transparency in politics.
In this sentence, 'Watergate' refers to the famous political scandal in the United States during the Nixon administration.
Het schip voer door de watergate naar de open zee.
The ship sailed through the watergate to the open sea.
In this sentence, 'watergate' signifies a maritime gateway or lock used for navigation between water bodies of different levels.
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