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seawall

/ˈsɛwɔl/ noun · British & US
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What does seawall mean?

noun

A wall constructed along a shore to protect the land from the sea, or a barrier to prevent the flow of water into a particular area.

Example

"The seawall along the beach helped to protect the homes from the storm surge."

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