Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Floodgates.
Floodgates - as a noun
Something that restrains a flood or outpouring
Example: "Suspension of surveillance opened the floodgates to illegal immigrants"
Regulator consisting of a valve or gate that controls the rate of water flow through a sluice
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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"The company opened the floodgates of new product releases, captivating the market."
"The new legislation aims to open the floodgates for foreign investment in the country."
"After the announcement of the new iPhone, the floodgates of pre-orders opened."
"Once the media got wind of the scandal, it opened the floodgates of public scrutiny."
"The court ruling set a precedent that opened the floodgates for similar lawsuits."
Word Game Points
Is FLOODGATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, floodgates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FLOODGATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is FLOODGATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, floodgates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFLOODGATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is FLOODGATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, floodgates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFLOODGATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
