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Rip-rapping

Description:

Rip-rapping is the process of lining or protecting a shoreline or riverbank with rocks or other materials to prevent erosion caused by water currents or waves. It serves as a stabilizing barrier against erosion and maintains the integrity of the surrounding area.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: rip-rapping
• Verb: rip-rap

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

• Referring to the lining or protective barrier made of rocks:
• The rip-rapping along the riverbank effectively stopped further erosion.
• Our engineering team has been working on the installation of rip-rapping to prevent the beach from eroding.
• Referring to the act or process of placing rocks or materials for shoreline protection:
• The construction crew initiated the rip-rapping project to safeguard the coastline.
• Proper rip-rapping is crucial for maintaining the stability of riverbanks and preventing flooding.

Verb:

• To line or protect a shoreline or riverbank with rocks or other materials:
• We need to rip-rap this area to prevent further erosion from occurring.
• The contractors will rip-rap the exposed areas to fortify the riverbank against strong currents.

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