Milldam (Noun)
Meaning
Dam to make a millpond to provide power for a water mill.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The old milldam had been breached, causing the millpond to drain and leaving the water mill inoperable.
- A new milldam was constructed to replace the old one, which had been damaged in the flood.
- The milldam was built across the stream, creating a millpond that provided a constant source of power for the water mill.
- The milldam was an essential component of the water mill, allowing it to operate continuously throughout the year.
- The remains of the old milldam could still be seen, a testament to the long history of the water mill that once stood there.