Wehr — meaning in English

English meaning

• defense noun The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
• weir noun A low dam built across a river or stream to control the water level or the rate of flow.

Senses

Wehr is used for these senses in English:

• defense The action of defending or protecting from attack, danger, or injury.
• weir An adjustable dam placed across a river to regulate the flow of water downstream.

defense — full definition

1. noun The action of protecting someone or something from attack or harm.
2. noun In sport, the players or tactics focused on stopping the opposing team from scoring.
3. noun In law, the case or team presenting arguments on behalf of the accused.

weir — full definition

1. noun A low dam built across a river or stream to control the water level or the rate of flow.
2. noun A fence or barrier set across a river to trap fish.

Related German words