breakwaters
breakwaters
Structures built to break the force of waves or to restrain or direct current so as to protect a breach, harbor, or other waterfront facility. [USGS Circ 1048]
Alternative terms
- UF↸ moles (structural)
- UF↸ seawalls
Broader Terms
Related terms
- RT⇆ coastal zones
- RT⇆ levees
