EMBANKMENTS Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word embankments. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word embankments. (close relations)

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Definition of EMBANKMENTS


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	barriers				nounn
	noun • a structure or object that impedes free movement • any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective • anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access
	bunds				nounn
	verb • To provide berms or other secondary enclosures to guard against accidental fluid spills within.
	dams				verb, nounv, n
	noun • a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea • a metric unit of length equal to ten meters • female parent of an animal especially domestic livestock verb • obstruct with, or as if with, a dam
	dikes				verb, nounv, n
	noun • (slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine • a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea verb • enclose with a dike
	levees				nounn
	noun • a formal reception of visitors or guests (as at a royal court) • a pier that provides a landing place on a river • an embankment that is built in order to prevent a river from overflowing
	mounds				nounn
	noun • (baseball) the slight elevation on which the pitcher stands • a small natural hill • a collection of objects laid on top of each other • structure consisting of an artificial heap or bank usually of earth or stones • the position on a baseball team of the player who throws the ball for a batter to try to hit verb • form into a rounded elevation
	walls				nounn
	noun • an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure • anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect • (anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure • a difficult or awkward situation • a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain) • a layer of material that encloses space • a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden) • an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes verb • surround with a wall in order to fortify

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