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   revetment

   /rɪˈvɛtm(ə)nt/

   noun

   • 1. (especially in fortification) a retaining wall or facing of masonry or other material, supporting or protecting a rampart, wall, etc.
   • ▪ a barricade of earth or sandbags set up to provide protection from blast or to prevent aircraft from overrunning when landing.

   Word Origin mid 18th century: from revet + -ment, after French revêtement.

   Scrabble Points: 14

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