gully

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   A trench, ravine or narrow channel which was worn by water flow, especially on a hillside.
2. 2
   A small valley.
3. 3
   A drop kerb.
4. 4
   A road drain.
5. 5
   A fielding position on the off side about 30 degrees behind square, between the slips and point; a fielder in such a position
6. 6
   A grooved iron rail or tram plate.
7. 7
   A large knife.
8. 8
   An alleyway or side street.

Verb

1. 1
   To flow noisily.
2. 2
   To wear away into a gully or gullies.

Proper noun

1. 1
   A surname.