dam
US /dæm/
UK /dæm/
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bendungan, dam
a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level, forming a reservoir used to generate electricity or as a water supply
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The Hoover Dam is a famous landmark.
Bendungan Hoover adalah tengara terkenal.
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They built a new dam across the river.
Mereka membangun bendungan baru di seberang sungai.
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membendung, mengempang
build a dam across (a river or stream)
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They plan to dam the river to create a new reservoir.
Mereka berencana untuk membendung sungai untuk membuat waduk baru.
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The beavers dammed the stream, causing it to overflow.
Berang-berang membendung sungai, menyebabkan air meluap.