seawall

• Estructura de piedra u hormigón que se extiende desde la costa hacia el agua, destinada a evitar la erosión de la playa o proteger la orilla del oleaje.

A protective structure made of stone or concrete that extends from the shore into the water, designed to prevent a beach from washing away.

1. Coastal defense structureB2formal

   A strong wall built along the coast to protect the land from erosion and flooding caused by the sea.

   Muro de contención costero

   • The city built a new seawall to protect the harbor from storm surges.
   • The old seawall was damaged by the hurricane.
   • Engineers are reinforcing the seawall to withstand higher waves.