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channel in channel (something) in(to) (something)1. To force something, usually a liquid, to travel into something through a channel. We had to channel water in from the river after our pipes burst.2. To allocate or give resources, such as money or time, to a particular venture or goal. How much money do you think the company would be willing to channel into this initiative?3. To direct or release something, often energy or an emotion, into something else. With all the red paint, I'm not surprised to hear that the artist channeled a lot of anger into this piece. You need to channel your frustration into something positive. Come on a run with me.See also: channelchannel something in (to something) 1. Lit. to divert water or other liquid through a channel into something. The farmer channeled the irrigation water into the field. 2. Fig. to divert something, such as energy, money, effort, into something. The government channeled a great deal of money into rebuilding the inner part of the city. I can't channel any more of our workforce into this project.See also: channel |