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Wehr

weir, small dam across a river

noun vayr Rare
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Also means

defence (archaic/formal)

Usage Note

Wehr is a low barrier built across a river to regulate water flow, raise the water level, or divert water. It differs from a Staudamm in scale and purpose. Common in river engineering and local geography contexts. Plural Wehre.

Examples

"Am alten Wehr hören wir das Rauschen des Wassers."

Natural Translation

At the old weir we hear the rushing of the water.

Literal Translation

At-the old weir hear we the rushing of-the water.

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