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Groyne

Noun (Architecture):

A groyne is a rigid hydraulic structure built perpendicular to the coastline to prevent beach erosion and retain sediment.

Example Sentence: The groyne was effective in trapping sand and preventing further beach erosion.

Noun (Anatomy):

A groyne is a bony projection on the lower side of the hind limb of a bird.

Example Sentence: The bird's groyne was well adapted for perching on branches.

Verb:

To groyne means to construct or strengthen a groyne structure on a coastline.

Example Sentence: The government plans to groyne the coast to protect against erosion.

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