Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
damming
verb
/ˈdæm.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of building a dam across a river or stream.
Examples
- The damming of the river helped to control the flooding in the nearby areas.
- They are planning on damming the creek to provide water for irrigation.
Meaning
Damming refers to the process of constructing a barrier to hold back water, which can create a reservoir or alter the flow of water in a river.
Synonyms
- blocking
- barrier construction
- obstructing
