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Dam

Noun:

1. A barrier constructed across a river or stream to hold back water, typically creating a reservoir or lake.

Example sentences:

1. The engineers built a massive dam to control the water flow.
2. The dam's construction provided irrigation for the surrounding farmland.

Noun:

2. A barrier that obstructs or restricts movement or progress.

Example sentences:

1. The language barrier acted as a dam to effective communication.
2. The new regulations act as a dam to prevent unfair competition.

Verb:

3. To block or obstruct (a stream or river) with a dam.

Example sentences:

1. The local municipality decided to dam the river to create a recreational area.
2. The beavers worked diligently to dam the small creek.