What is the meaning of dyke?

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noun

  • Slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine.
  • A barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea.

verb

  • Enclose with a dike.
    • usage: "dike the land to protect it from water"
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