ditch

(dĭch)

1. To dig or make a long narrow trench or furrow in.
2. To surround with a long narrow trench or furrow.
3. a. To drive (a vehicle) into a long narrow trench, as one beside a road.
   b. To derail (a train).
4. Slang
   a. To get rid of; discard: ditched the old yard furniture.
   b. To get away from (a person, especially a companion).
   c. To discontinue use of or association with: ditch the job at the hamburger stand.
   d. To skip (class or school).
5. To crash-land (an aircraft) on water.

1. To dig a ditch.
2. To crash-land in water. Used of an aircraft or a pilot.