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Term: Damming

Description:

Damming is the process of constructing a barrier across a river or a stream to create a reservoir and control the flow of water. It is commonly done for power generation, irrigation, flood control, and water supply purposes. Additionally, the term can also refer to the act of obstructing or stopping the natural flow of something.

Examples:

As a Verb:

1. The government decided to dam the river in order to create a hydroelectric power plant.
2. Farmers often dam small creeks to divert water for irrigation.
3. The beavers have been damming the nearby stream with branches and mud.

As a Noun:

1. The construction of the dam resulted in the formation of a large reservoir.
2. The damming of the river helped protect the town from flooding during heavy rainfall.
3. The damming of the natural waterway led to environmental concerns and the loss of wildlife habitats.

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