Schleuse Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Schleuse" is used as noun with the meaning of "lock", "sluice" or "floodgate".

Essential properties of "Schleuse"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Schleuse
  • Plural: die Schleusen

Meanings of "Schleuse" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "A hydraulic structure for controlling water levels, typically for boats"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Schleuse wurde geöffnet, um das Wasser abzulassen.The lock was opened to drain the water.
  2. Schiffe passieren die Schleuse auf dem Weg zum Hafen.Ships pass through the lock on the way to the harbor.
  3. Die Schleuse reguliert den Wasserstand im Kanal.The lock regulates the water level in the canal.

2.) "A controlled access point or airlock in a building"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Schleuse verhindert unbefugten Zutritt.The airlock prevents unauthorized access.
  2. Besucher müssen durch die Schleuse gehen, bevor sie eintreten.
  3. Die Schleuse sorgt für Sicherheit im Gebäude.The airlock ensures security in the building.
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