dam up
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To build a dam on, thus restricting the flow.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
to dam up a lake
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “dam up” mean?
To build a dam on, thus restricting the flow.
Is “dam up” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.