dam
Translation
dam, barrier
Examples
They built a dam across the river.
They built a dam across the river.
The beaver built a dam of sticks.
The beaver built a dam of sticks.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) dam ((across sth.)) a barrier built across a river or stream A new dam was built across the valley.
Similar Words
Synonyms: barrier, barrage, weir, embankment
Etymology
From Middle English, from Middle Dutch 'dam'. Related to words meaning to stop or block up.
Memory Tips
Imagine a large 'D' shape blocking a river, forming a DAM.