riprap
noun
Pronunciation: ˈraɪpræp
Definition
A layer of large stones or concrete blocks placed on the bed or banks of a river or canal, or on the shore of a lake or sea, to prevent erosion by water.
Examples
The engineers laid down a thick layer of riprap to protect the dam from floodwaters.
We walked along the path, which was covered in loose riprap that crunched under our feet.
How to Use riprap
- lay riprap (collocation)
- to place riprap — "They will lay riprap to protect the bridge foundations."
- install riprap (collocation)
- to put riprap in place — "The project requires us to install riprap on the canal banks."
- riprap layer (collocation)
- a covering of riprap — "A thick riprap layer was added to the seawall."
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