What is another word for Revet?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪvˈɛt] (IPA)

Revet is a word used to describe the act of constructing a retaining wall or embankment to hold back water or other materials. It is not a very common word and there are several synonyms that can be used in its place. Some of these synonyms include wall, barrier, bulwark, dam, dike, fence, and embankment. These words all describe structures used to prevent the flow of water or other materials. They can all be used interchangeably with revet depending on the context and the desired effect. Whether you are building a barrier against floods or simply trying to keep the spill of your latte from reaching your keyboard, there is a synonym for revet that fits your needs.

Synonyms for Revet:

What are the hypernyms for Revet?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Revet

For the next few yards the tunnel made better progress until, owing to the nature of the soil, they found it necessary to Revet the tunnel with wood as they advanced.
"The Escaping Club"
A. J. Evans
I went this day on shore along with the master, Mr Revet, and some others, and dined on shore.
"A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Vol. VIII."
Robert Kerr
Presently after, the attendant on the king's brother came and told Mr Revet that the native merchants were weary, and requested therefore that the English would come up to look at the cattle.
"A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels, Vol. VIII."
Robert Kerr

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