Английская Википедия:Dam (agricultural reservoir)

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Farm dam in the Adelaide Hills near Strathalbyn

A dam is a water reservoir in the ground, confined by a barrier, embankment or excavation, on a pastoral property or similar. The term is found widely in South African, Australian[1] and New Zealand English, and several other English dialects, such as that of Yorkshire.[2]

The term can be found in the old English folk song Three Jolly Rogues: Шаблон:Poemquote

The expression "farm dam" has this meaning unambiguously, and where the barrier or embankment is intended, it may be referred to as the "dam wall".

Usage examples

Examples from Australia:[3][4][5] Шаблон:Quote Шаблон:Quote Шаблон:Quote

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