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dam

nounfeminine/bɐˈʁɐʒɨ̃/medium

ba·rra·gem

Definition

A structure built to hold back or divert water.
The dam was built to control flooding.
Water from the dam is used for irrigation.
Common collocations
water damearth dam

Etymology

Do verbo 'barrar' com o sufixo '-agem'

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