Berm
Pronunciation: /ˈbɜːrm/
Berm (noun)
- A narrow strip of land beside a road, often covered with grass or gravel.
- A raised bank or ridge of earth, often used to control water or as a barrier.
- A flat strip of land or sand on a beach, separating different levels.
Examples
- The cyclist rode along the berm for safety.
- Wildflowers grew abundantly on the berm.
Common collocations: grassy berm, walk along the berm, construct a berm, earth berm, sandy berm