Definition of «moat»

A moat is a deep, wide ditch or canal that surrounds a castle, fortress, or other building. It was originally built to provide protection against attackers by making it difficult for them to approach and enter the structure. The water in the moat could also be used as a source of water supply during sieges. Today, moats are often seen as an aesthetic feature that adds character to a property or building.

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Surrounding the castle with a deep moat made it difficult for enemies to breach the walls.
The historic mansion features a beautiful garden with a moat filled with colorful koi fish.
The company built a figurative moat around its business by securing exclusive contracts with its suppliers.
A prudent investor looks for companies with a competitive advantage that acts as a moat, protecting them from competitors.
The security system included a high-tech moat filled with sensors to prevent unauthorized access to the property.

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This is one of the biggest reasons Warren Buffett doesn't invest in tech companies — it's impossible to even think about what the future economic moat of these companies will be. (thecollegeinvestor.com)
«The companies that are going to be able to withstand this are the ones that have a sort of moat around their businesses,» he said. (cnbc.com)
But, Quan and I both knew Netflix was cheap and it was going to have a wider moat in 5 years than it did in 2012. (gannononinvesting.com)
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Definition of «moat»

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