Breakwater

B2 8+

Synonyms of breakwater

Antonyms of breakwater

Collocations of breakwater

protective barrier
Frequency: 70 %

The breakwater acted as a protective barrier against the strong waves.

coastal structure
Frequency: 60 %

The breakwater is an essential coastal structure for preventing erosion.

wave breaker
Frequency: 50 %

The breakwater serves as a wave breaker to protect the harbor.

concrete wall
Frequency: 45 %

The breakwater was constructed using a sturdy concrete wall.

maritime infrastructure
Frequency: 35 %

The breakwater is a crucial part of the maritime infrastructure in the port.

Idiomatic Expressions for breakwater

  • Phrase: breakwater against
    Meaning: a barrier or defense against something
    Usage: The new policy acted as a breakwater against further economic downturn.