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Dam

Dam

(n)
UK
dæm
US
dæm
Definition: A barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level, forming a reservoir used to generate electricity or as a water supply.
Meaning: Đập
Not Common
How to use "Dam" vocabulary in sentence (example)

A dam was built in 13th century in the river Amstel (that's why the city is called Amsterdam).

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Amsterdam's heritage is that of a small fishing village located behind a dyke (or dam) on the River Amstel.

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