Breakwater (Noun)
Meaning
A protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The coastal town was saved from the eroding sea by the construction of a long breakwater.
- To safeguard the port from waves, a large breakwater was built using boulders and cement.
- Over time, the shoreline receded and was gradually stabilized by a stone breakwater that also allowed small boats to moor.
- Locals are arguing over whether a proposed breakwater off the city's shore would ruin its aesthetic or effectively reduce wave action.
- Because the storm-prone harbor required an enormous protective breakwater to reduce risk, funds had to be solicited from private donors to pay for it.