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dam up

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb dam up has 1 sense
  1. dam, dam up - obstruct with, or as if with, a dam; "dam the gorges of the Yangtse River"
    --1 is one way to obstruct, obturate, impede, occlude, jam, block, close up
    Sample sentences:
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Definitions from the Web

dam up

Definition

(verb, transitive) To obstruct or block the flow of water by constructing a dam.

Example Sentence

They decided to dam up the river to create a reservoir for the town.

Definition

(verb, intransitive) To accumulate or be held back, as if by a dam.

Example Sentence

The leaves had dammed up in the gutter, causing water to overflow onto the sidewalk.

Definition

(verb, transitive, figurative) To restrain or stifle the expression of emotions or ideas.

Example Sentence

She tried to dam up her anger, but eventually, it burst out in a fit of rage.

Definition

(adjective) Popular, well-liked, or happening often within a specific community or group.

Example Sentence

The band's new album has become quite dam up in the local music scene.

Definition

(adjective) Pertaining to or specific to a local area or region; not widely known or recognized.

Example Sentence

They celebrate a dam up festival in the village every year, showcasing their unique traditions.

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