Meaning Of The Word Retaining wall

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Retaining wall Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Retaining wall?

retaining wall
countable noun: A retaining wall is a wall that is built to prevent the earth behind it from moving.
noun: a wall constructed to hold back earth, loose rock, etc

retaining wall in American English
a wall built to keep a bank of earth from sliding or water from flooding
noun: a wall for holding in place a mass of earth or the like, as at the edge of a terrace or excavation

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