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moat in Norwegian

moat in Norwegian is vollgrav — moat means a deep, wide ditch, usually filled with water, dug around a castle or fort for defence.

moat in Norwegian

vollgrav
noun
A deep, wide defensive ditch, normally filled with water, surrounding a fortified habitation.

What does "moat" mean?

  1. noun A deep, wide ditch, usually filled with water, dug around a castle or fort for defence.
    "Visitors crossed a wooden drawbridge over the moat to enter the castle."
  2. noun A business advantage that protects a company from competitors.
    "The brand's loyal customer base gives it a strong economic moat."
  3. verb To surround something with a moat.
    "The estate was moated on all sides for extra security."
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moat in a sentence

  • Visitors crossed a wooden drawbridge over the moat to enter the castle.
  • The brand's loyal customer base gives it a strong economic moat.
  • The estate was moated on all sides for extra security.

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What is "moat" in Norwegian?

"moat" in Norwegian is vollgrav. moat means: A deep, wide ditch, usually filled with water, dug around a castle or fort for defence.

How do you use "moat" in a sentence?

Example: "Visitors crossed a wooden drawbridge over the moat to enter the castle." In Norwegian, "moat" is vollgrav.

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