BusinessSeptember 3, 2026

weir

WEER

Definition

A low wall or barrier built across a stream or river to alter its flow, often to divert water into a channel or bypass.

Etymology

Originates from the Old English word 'wer', meaning a dam or fence, which traces back to a Proto-Germanic root related to 'warian', meaning to protect or defend.

In the news

A weir chamber is being constructed to divert storm water from a culvert into a new pumping station, which is a vital part of the site's flood protection strategy.

Major flood alleviation works under way at heavy engineering business site

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