Groyne

usgb/ɡrɔɪn/
noun

A barrier built at a right angle to the beach to reduce erosion.

The council decided to build a groyne to prevent the beach sand from washing away.
Visual representation of "groyne" - A barrier built at a right angle to the beach to reduce erosion.

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  • construct a groyne
  • groyne erosion control
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Coastal Engineering

Groynes are coastal structures, so they're often mentioned in discussions about beach preservation and engineering.

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After studying coastal erosion, the engineer suggested installing several groynes along the shoreline.
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Physical Appearance

Groynes are usually made of wood, concrete, or rock, extending from the backshore into the sea.

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The old wooden groynes had been battered by the waves but still stood firmly.
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Environmental Impact

Groynes can be controversial; they change water flow and sand distribution, potentially harming local ecosystems.

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Activists debated the construction of a groyne, concerned about its impact on the marine habitat.
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