RIPRAPS

Noun

ripraps

plural of riprap

Source: Wiktionary


RIPRAP

Rip"rap`, n. Etym: [Cf. Rap.] (Masonry)

Definition: A foundation or sustaining wall of stones thrown together without order, as in deep water or on a soft bottom.

Rip"rap`, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Riprapped; p. pr. & vb. n. Riprapping.]

Definition: To form a riprap in or upon.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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