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moat

/məʊt/ /moʊt/

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noun

Ров

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

Examples :

"The castle had a wide, water-filled moat to protect it from attackers. "

У замка был широкий, заполненный водой ров, чтобы защитить его от нападавших.

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noun

Конкурентное преимущество, ров

An aspect of a business which makes it more "defensible" from competitors, either because of the nature of its products, services, franchise or other reason.

Examples :

"The company's strong brand recognition served as a powerful moat, protecting its market share from new competitors. "

Сильное узнавание бренда компании послужило мощным конкурентным преимуществом, защищающим ее долю рынка от новых конкурентов.

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noun

Ров

A circular lowland between a resurgent dome and the walls of the caldera surrounding it.

Examples :

"The volcanic moat surrounding the caldera is a significant safety feature for the nearby town. "

Вулканический ров, окружающий кальдеру, является важной мерой безопасности для близлежащего города.

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noun

Холм, курган

A hill or mound.

Examples :

"The children played near the moat surrounding the old castle ruins. "

Дети играли возле холма, окружающего руины старого замка.

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verb

Окружать рвом

To surround with a moat.

Examples :

"The castle owners moated the entire property to prevent intruders. "

Владельцы замка окружили всю территорию рвом, чтобы предотвратить проникновение злоумышленников.

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