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Berm
UK
/bɜːm/
US
/bɜrm/
Translation of "berm" into Russian
Definitions
berm
Noun
UK
/bɜːm/
US
/bɜrm/
A narrow ledge or shelf, typically at the top or bottom of a slope.
The hikers rested on the berm overlooking the valley.
A flat strip of land, raised bank, or terrace bordering a river or canal.
The floodwaters were contained by the berm along the riverbank.
A mound or wall of earth or sand used as a barrier or to provide protection.
The construction site was surrounded by a berm to prevent soil erosion.
A strip of grass or vegetation between a road and a sidewalk.
The city planted flowers along the berm to beautify the neighborhood.
A nearly horizontal ridge of sand on a beach, formed by wave action above the usual high-water line.
Children built sandcastles on the berm left by yesterday’s tide.
berm
Verb
UK
/bɜːm/
US
/bɜrm/
To construct or heap up a berm around or along something for support or protection.
The engineers bermed the road to prevent drifting snow.
berm
Adjective
UK
/bɜːm/
US
/bɜrm/
Covered or protected by an earth berm; earth-sheltered.
Their new berm house stays cool even in midsummer.
Idioms and phrases
road berm
The car pulled over to the road berm.
дорожная обочина
Машина съехала на дорожную обочину.
earth berm
The earth berm provided protection from the wind.
земляной вал
Земляной вал обеспечивал защиту от ветра.
berm height
The berm height was adjusted to ensure stability.
высота вала
Высота вала была отрегулирована для обеспечения устойчивости.
berm construction
Berm construction is crucial for flood defense.
строительство вала
Строительство вала имеет важное значение для защиты от наводнений.
berm erosion
They worked to prevent berm erosion during heavy rains.
эрозия вала
Они работали над предотвращением эрозии вала во время сильных дождей.