Associations to the word «Berm»

Wiktionary

BERM, noun. A narrow ledge or shelf, as along the top or bottom of a slope
BERM, noun. A raised bank or path, especially the bank of a canal opposite the towpath
BERM, noun. A terrace formed by wave action along a beach
BERM, noun. A mound or bank of earth, used especially as a barrier or to provide insulation
BERM, noun. A ledge between the parapet and the moat in a fortification
BERM, noun. A strip of land between a street and sidewalk (regional)
BERM, verb. To provide something with a berm

Dictionary definition

BERM, noun. A narrow ledge or shelf typically at the top or bottom of a slope.
BERM, noun. A narrow edge of land (usually unpaved) along the side of a road; "the car pulled off onto the shoulder".

Wise words

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