Maritime Engineering Terminology

noun a barrier built out into a body of water to protect a coast or harbor from the force of waves

• The breakwater was built to protect the harbor from large waves and storm surges.
• Let's go sit on the breakwater and watch the sunset.
• I heard some kids were jumping off the breakwater into the water below.
• The breakwater of support from my friends helped me navigate through a difficult time.

noun a partition that divides a ship into compartments and that prevents the spread of water in case of a leak

• The bulkhead of the ship was reinforced to withstand the pressure of the ocean.
• I accidentally bumped into the bulkhead while walking on the boat.
• Let's hang out by the bulkhead and enjoy the view.
• She built a mental bulkhead to protect herself from negative thoughts.

noun a narrow structure extending into a body of water, often used as a landing stage or pier

• The jetty provided a safe place for boats to dock during the storm.
• Let's meet at the jetty for some fishing this weekend.
• We found some cool shells near the jetty.
• The jetty of knowledge led him to new discoveries in his research.