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Deich

dyke, embankment (flood protection)

noun dykh Rare
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Usage Note

Deich is the earthen embankment built along coastlines and riverbanks to protect land from flooding. It is a key term in North Sea coastal culture; the Deichgraf (dyke warden) was a historic official. Plural Deiche.

Examples

"Nach dem Sturm wurde der Deich auf mehreren Kilometern beschädigt."

Natural Translation

After the storm the dyke was damaged over several kilometres.

Literal Translation

After the storm was the dyke over several kilometres damaged.

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