What does polder mean?
noun
A low-lying tract of land reclaimed from the sea or a river, typically in the Netherlands or other coastal areas of Europe. A polder is a piece of land that has been reclaimed from the sea or a river, often by the construction of dikes or other barriers.
Example
"The Dutch engineers were skilled at creating polders, which allowed them to expand their territory and create fertile land for farming."
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