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The correct spelling is dams.
How to pronounce dams
noun
IPA: /dæmz/
Say it like: Dam-s
The correct spelling is dams. A structure placed across a flowing body of water to stop the flow or part of the flow, generally for purposes such as retaining or diverting some of the water or retarding the… For example: "A dam is often an essential source of water to farmers of hilly country."
Usage Examples
“A dam is often an essential source of water to farmers of hilly country.”
“Boats may only be used at places set aside for boating on the dam.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A structure placed across a flowing body of water to stop the flow or part of the flow, generally for purposes such as retaining or diverting some of the water or retarding the release of accumulated water to avoid abrupt flooding.
- 2.The water reservoir resulting from placing such structure.
- 3.A device to prevent a tooth from getting wet during dental work, consisting of a rubber sheet held with a band.
- 4.A reservoir.
- 5.A firebrick wall, or a stone, which forms the front of the hearth of a blast furnace.
verb
- 1.To block the flow of water.
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