wyes

Meanings

• noun

  A type of water gate or sluice in medieval Europe.

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Synonyms

triangle

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Rhymes

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wises , surprises , supplies , denies , arises

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Homophones

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1. wyes (en) : A type of water gate or sluice in medieval Europe.
   

2. wise (en) : Having experience, knowledge, and good judgment; able to make prudent judgments based on that experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
   

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Variants

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wye , wyes

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Etymology

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Originally from Old English 'wīse' meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent', later developed the meaning of 'gate' or 'sluice' in Middle English.

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Trivia

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1. Wyes were often decorated with carvings and sculptures, making them not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.

2. Some wyes were designed to be raised or lowered manually, while others were operated using water power.

3. The term 'wyse' is also found in the name of the English village 'Wysing', which is believed to have originated from the Old English word for 'wise'.

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Related Concepts

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1. medieval engineering: The application of scientific, economic, social, and practical knowledge for the design, construction, and maintenance of structures and devices during the Middle Ages.

2. water management: The planning, development, and implementation of systems for the conservation, allocation, and delivery of water.

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Culture

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In medieval Europe, wyes were essential for the control of water in towns and cities. They were often built as part of city walls, allowing the flow of water into the city for defensive purposes and also for supplying water to the inhabitants.

How to Memorize "wyes"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a medieval town with a large, fortified gate made of stone, which is used to control the flow of water into the town. This is a wyse.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'wyse' with the image of a medieval water gate or sluice.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'wyse' as 'Water gate, Yearly Supply Essential'.

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