What is another word for panama canal?
Pronunciation: [pˈanəmˌɑː kənˈal] (IPA) 
Panama Canal is a waterway that connects the Pacific and the Atlantic Ocean, traversing the isthmus of Panama in Central America. Some of the synonyms for Panama Canal are interoceanic canal, Panama waterway, the Panama ship canal, and the canal zone. It is one of the engineering marvels of the world, and its construction started in 1904 and completed in 1914. The canal is 80 kilometers long and saves ships travel time by avoiding the long and treacherous sail around the southern tip of South America. The canal's importance to global commerce and trade is significant and is anticipated to maintain its relevance well into the future.
