Meaning Of The Word Breakwater

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breakwater
countable noun: A breakwater is a wooden or stone wall that extends from the shore into the sea and is built in order to protect a harbour or beach from the force of the waves.

breakwater in American English
a barrier to break the impact of waves, as before a harbor
noun: a barrier that breaks the force of waves, as before a harbor

breakwater in British English
noun: a massive wall built out into the sea to protect a shore or harbour from the force of waves

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