Definition

A narrow channel or trench in the ground, often used for drainage or to direct water.

Example

The heavy rain caused the sheuch to overflow, flooding the nearby fields.

Conversation

Did you see that deep sheuch in the park yesterday?

Yeah, I noticed it! It looked like it could hold a lot of rainwater.

I wonder how it got there; it seems pretty old.

Maybe it was formed by years of erosion from the rain.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'sheuch' originates from Scots, meaning a ditch or a drain. It is derived from the Old English 'scealc', which refers to a shallow channel or watercourse.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'ditch' or 'drain' when you hear 'sheuch', as it directly refers to a water channel.

Visually Confused Words