concept   gully
culture   United Kingdom
statement   In the UK, gullies act as urban drainage channels to prevent flooding during heavy rain.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 gully United Kingdom Gullies are often associated with erosion in rural or natural areas, and are not typically seen in urban landscapes. 1
2 gully United Kingdom In urban areas, a gully is a drainage channel or ditch used to prevent flooding by carrying rainwater away from roads and buildings. 1
3 gully United Kingdom In urban settings, gully refers to a drainage system for transporting water during rainfall. 1
4 gully United Kingdom In urban areas, gullies are often associated with drainage systems and are used to prevent flooding during heavy rain. 1