seawall

UK
/ˈsiːwɔːl/
US
/ˈsiˌwɔl/

Translations

seawallnoun
seawalls
pl
UK
/ˈsiːwɔːl/
US
/ˈsiˌwɔl/
The city built a seawall to protect the harbor from strong waves.
Город построил волнорез, чтобы защитить гавань от сильных волн.
The seawall was reinforced to prevent flooding during the storm.
Дамба была укреплена, чтобы предотвратить наводнение во время шторма.
Synonyms
coastal barrier
sea barrier
shore protection
seawalladjective
UK
/ˈsiː.wɔːl/
US
/ˈsiˌwɔl/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "seawall project").

Definitions

seawallnoun
A structure built along the coast to prevent erosion and protect the land from the sea.
The city constructed a seawall to protect the beachfront properties from storm surges.
seawalladjective
Relating to, involving, or intended for a seawall.
The city approved several seawall projects to protect the harbor.