channelize channelize /ˈʧænəˌlaɪz/

verb

1. Cause to form a channel  ( channelise [British] , channelize )
   cause to form a channel
    Channelize a stream
   channelize a stream
   
2. Send from one person or place to another  ( channel , channelise [British] , channelize , transfer , transmit , transport )
   send from one person or place to another
    Transmit a message
   transmit a message
   
3. Make a channel for; provide with a channel  ( channelise [British] , channelize )
   make a channel for; provide with a channel
    Channelize the country for better transportation
   channelize the country for better transportation
   
4. Direct the course; determine the direction of travelling  ( channelise , channelize , direct , head , maneuver , manoeuver , manoeuvre , point , steer , guide )
   direct the course; determine the direction of travelling