1. present participle of berm; to construct or form a berm (a narrow ledge or shoulder, as along a road or canal)
Usage: technical; civil engineering

1. the act or process of constructing a berm
Usage: technical; civil engineering
2. a raised edge or ridge of earth or gravel, especially along a road or embankment
Usage: informal; mountain biking and motorsports

Examples

• The construction crew was berming the roadside to improve drainage.
• Berming along the canal helped prevent erosion.
• The mountain bike trail featured several berming sections for better cornering.
• Engineers focused on berming the embankment before the rainy season.
• The dirt track's berming made it easier for riders to maintain speed through turns.