Berm: meaning, definitions and examples

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berm

 

[ bษœหrm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

earth structure

A berm is a flat or gently sloping bank, usually made of earth, that is constructed along the edge of an embankment, road, or beach. It is often used for various purposes including erosion control, landscaping, or as a protective barrier. Berms can vary in size and shape depending on their function and the environment in which they are located. They are commonly found in coastal areas to help manage tidal flows and prevent flooding.

Synonyms

bank, embankment, mound.

Examples of usage

  • The beach had a wide berm that protected the dunes.
  • The construction crew built a berm to divert water away from the site.
  • After the storm, the berm helped reduce flooding in the neighborhood.

Translations

Translations of the word "berm" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น berma

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคฐเฅเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Damm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berm

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะตั€ะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ waล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒผใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bande

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ berma

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท berm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุงุฌุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bล™eh

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pobreลพie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ berm

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ barmur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะตั€ะผะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ”แƒ แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ berm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ berma

Etymology

The term 'berm' originates from the Middle Dutch word 'berme,' which means a bank or a slope. It made its way into English during the late 14th century to describe a small, raised area of land that serves as a boundary or division. Initially, the term was used in military contexts, where berms were constructed as fortifications to protect troops and create defensive barriers. Over time, the usage of the term expanded to include landscaping and civil engineering contexts. Today, berms are an essential feature in various ecological and urban planning scenarios, highlighting their versatility in both natural and built environments.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,162, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.