Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barragem
Noun
/bəˈrɑːʒəm/
Definition
A dam or barrier built to hold back water and create a reservoir, typically used for controlling water flow, irrigation, or hydroelectric power generation.
Examples
- The barragem supplies water to the nearby farmlands.
- During heavy rains, the barragem helps prevent flooding in the valley.
- Engineers constructed a new barragem to support the area’s growing energy needs.
Meaning
The term refers to a structure designed to stop or control water flow in rivers or streams, creating a reservoir or preventing flooding.
Synonyms
- dam
- embankment
- barrier