Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

dam plate

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.02 in modern English

Syllables: dam -plate
IPA

13

Scrabble Score

8

Letters

2

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

An iron plate positioned in front of the dam of a blast furnace, in order to strengthen it.

noun

A structural component used in the construction of dams, serving as a waterproof barrier to prevent water seepage.

Inflected Forms

dam plates (plural) damplate (alternative) dam-plate (alternative)

Questions

What does dam plate mean?: An iron plate positioned in front of the dam of a blast furnace, in order to strengthen it.

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