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DAM

(noun, verb, interj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Dam.

How to pronounce dam:

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Dam - as a noun

A barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
barrier
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A metric unit of length equal to ten meters

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decameterdecametredekameterdekametredkm

Female parent of an animal especially domestic livestock

Dam - as a verb

Obstruct with, or as if with, a dam

Example: "Dam the gorges of the yangtse river"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dam up

Dam - as an interjection

Damn.

Example Sentences

"The dam on the river is preventing the flow of water."
"The beavers built a dam across the stream."
"The reservoir behind the dam is used for water storage."
"The construction of the dam took several years to complete."
"The overflowing river threatened to breach the dam."
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Word Game Points

Is DAM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dam is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DAM has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is DAM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dam is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DAM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is DAM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dam is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DAM has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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