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breakwater

[breyk-waw-ter, -wot-er] / ˈbreɪkˌwɔ tər, -ˌwɒt ər /


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Go for the sea views and breakwater strolls, as well as a sophisticated crafts market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

He rode his his first wave in 1959, at the age of 16, from the breakwater at Half Moon Bay.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2026

“For example, the breakwater protects the beach from large waves, keeping the beach wider than it would naturally be.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2025

The extensive search covered East Cowes breakwater and a stretch of the River Medina near the floating bridge.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2024

A small stone breakwater had been thrown out across the cove for shelter, and behind it the bay formed a tiny natural harbour.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier




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