word
Berm
Burm
/ˈbɜːrm/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
berm
Dictionary meaning
A narrow edge of land, usually unpaved, along the side of a road.
Examples
- After my car broke down, I walked along the berm to the nearest petrol station.
- I slid down the snowy hill and came to a stop on the berm.
Synonyms: shoulder
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