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Breakwaters

Scope note

Use for structures, usually located offshore, built to protect an area from waves.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30006137

Broader Terms used

erosion protection works

Term used for

moles

Equivalent Terms used

breakwater

Created

13yrs ago

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