CEFR C1

revet

verb

Meaning

To face or strengthen a sloping surface, such as an embankment or trench wall, with masonry, turf, or other material to prevent erosion or collapse.

Examples

Engineers were brought in to revet the riverbank before the spring floods.
The ancient fortress walls were revetted with large stones to withstand the elements.

Synonyms: reinforce, shore up, fortify, stabilize

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revet (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈvɛt/

Definition

To face or strengthen a sloping surface, such as an embankment or trench wall, with masonry, turf, or other material to prevent erosion or collapse.

Examples

Engineers were brought in to revet the riverbank before the spring floods.
The ancient fortress walls were revetted with large stones to withstand the elements.

How to Use revet

revet something (verb): To strengthen a surface or structure with a facing material. — "They will revet the canal walls to prevent erosion."
revet something with something (verb): To strengthen a surface or structure using a specific material. — "The engineers plan to revet the embankment with stone."

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