Definition of berme

• n. - A narrow shelf or path between the bottom of a parapet and the ditch.
• n. - A ledge at the bottom of a bank or cutting, to catch earth that may roll down the slope, or to strengthen the bank.
• n. - A narrow shelf or path between the bottom of a parapet and the ditch.
• n. - A ledge at the bottom of a bank or cutting, to catch earth that may roll down the slope, or to strengthen the bank.