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revetment

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun revetment has 2 senses
  1. revetment - a barrier against explosives
    --1 is a kind of
    barrier
  2. revetment, revetement, stone facing - a facing (usually masonry) that supports an embankment
    --2 is a kind of facing, cladding
    --2 is a part of embankment
    Derived forms: verb revet1, verb revet2

Definitions from the Web

Revetment

Noun:

A revetment refers to a structure or material used to protect against erosion or collapse, typically along a riverbank or coastline.

Example sentence: After the heavy rainstorms, the revetment along the river successfully prevented any further erosion of the embankment.

Verb:

To revet means to construct or reinforce a revetment.

Example sentence: The construction crew worked diligently to revet the riverbank, ensuring it was protected from future flooding.

Adjective:

Revetment often describes something related to or characteristic of revetments.

Example sentence: The revetment wall was built using sturdy concrete blocks, providing robust defense against the constant pounding of the waves.

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