"Floodgate" meaning in All languages combined

See Floodgate on Wiktionary

Proper name [English]

Etymology: From floodgate. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Floodgate
  1. (Philippine politics, neologism) A series of allegations of corruption, mismanagement, and irregularities in flood control projects in the Philippines during and before the administration of President Bongbong Marcos. Tags: Philippine, neologism
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