revetment (Meaning)
revetment (n)
a barrier against explosives
a facing (usually masonry) that supports an embankment
revetment (v. t.)
A facing of wood, stone, or any other material, to sustain an embankment when it receives a slope steeper than the natural slope; also, a retaining wall.
Synonyms & Antonyms of revetment
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revetment Sentence Examples
- The revetment along the riverbank effectively prevented erosion by stabilizing the soil.
- The stone revetment on the seawall withstood the force of the crashing waves.
- Engineers designed a reinforced concrete revetment to protect the bridge's foundations from scouring.
- The revetment system of gabions filled with rocks provided a flexible and durable barrier against soil erosion.
- A gabion revetment was installed to reinforce the unstable slope and prevent landslides.
- The revetment of interlocking concrete blocks formed a durable and aesthetically pleasing shoreline protection.
- The construction of a revetment around the reservoir prevented seepage and ensured water retention.
- The revetment on the levee was strengthened to withstand potential floodwaters.
- The revetment of riprap armor stones effectively protected the coastal cliffs from wave damage.
- The use of geotextile fabrics underneath the revetment ensured long-term stability and drainage.
FAQs About the word revetment
a barrier against explosives, a facing (usually masonry) that supports an embankmentA facing of wood, stone, or any other material, to sustain an embankment whe
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The revetment along the riverbank effectively prevented erosion by stabilizing the soil.
The stone revetment on the seawall withstood the force of the crashing waves.
Engineers designed a reinforced concrete revetment to protect the bridge's foundations from scouring.
The revetment system of gabions filled with rocks provided a flexible and durable barrier against soil erosion.
