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Gully Common

Gully has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Noun · Proper Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

deep ditch cut by running water (especially after a prolonged downpour)

"After weeks of heavy rain, the new gully had carved a path straight through our front lawn."

2

A trench, ravine or narrow channel which was worn by water flow, especially on a hillside.

"The chef slashed a gully through the tough steak to help it cook evenly."

3

A large knife.

Verb
1

To flow noisily.

"The heavy rain turned the dry creek bed into a roaring gully that rushed down toward the river."

Proper Noun
1

A surname​.

"During the family reunion, Cousin Gully shared stories about his childhood in Ohio."

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