Definition of Revetment

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Revetment

The term 'Revetment' as it applies to the area of coastlines can be defined as 'v'.

The term 'Revetment' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' An embankment or wall of sandbags, earth, etc., constructed to restrain material from being transported away. A facing of stone, cement, sandbags, etc., to protect a wall or embankment'.


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