Meaning of the word culvert in English

What does culvert mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

culvert

US /ˈkʌl.vɚt/
UK /ˈkʌl.vət/

Noun

a tunnel carrying a stream or open drain under a road or railroad

Example:
The heavy rain caused the culvert to overflow.
Workers are repairing the damaged culvert under the highway.