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Meaning of
breakwater
in English
breakwater
us
/ˈbriːkˌwɔtər/
uk
/ˈbreɪkˌwɔːtə/
#moderate
Definitions
Noun
a
structure
protecting
a
harbour
from
waves
;
providing
shelter
The
harbour's
breakwater
shielded
the
boats
from
strong
waves
.
a
coastal
barrier
preventing
sand
movement
A
breakwater
was
built
along
the
coast
to
stop
erosion
.
a
ship's
bulkhead
diverting
water
over
the
deck
The
ship's
breakwater
redirected
the
floodwater
away
from
the
cargo
hold
.
Base Words
break
water