Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
canaleta
gutter
canal
channel
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-eta
diminutive suffix
Canaleta means gutter and can be thought of as a small canal0 (channel0) with the -eta1 suffix indicating it's a smaller version1.
noun
  1. gutter
    A gutter or channel for collecting and draining water
    La canaleta del techo estaba obstruida con hojas. // The roof gutter was clogged with leaves.