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breakwater

/ˈbɹeɪkˌwɔːtə/

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noun

Wellenbrecher, Mole

A construction in or around a harbour designed to break the force of the sea and to provide shelter for vessels lying inside

Examples :

"The breakwater protected the fishing boats from the waves, allowing the fishermen to safely unload their catch. "

Der Wellenbrecher schützte die Fischerboote vor den Wellen und ermöglichte es den Fischern, ihren Fang sicher zu entladen.

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noun

Wellenbrecher

A low bulkhead across the forecastle deck of a ship which diverts water breaking over the bows into the scuppers

Examples :

"The ship's breakwater prevented waves from flooding the deck, keeping the crew and cargo dry. "

Der Wellenbrecher des Schiffs verhinderte, dass Wellen das Deck überfluteten, wodurch die Mannschaft und die Ladung trocken blieben.

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noun

Wellenbrecher, Buhne

On beaches: a wooden or concrete barrier, usually perpendicular to the shore, intended to prevent the movement of sand along a coast.

Examples :

"The breakwater protected the beach from erosion, allowing families to enjoy the sand without worrying about the waves moving it away. "

Der Wellenbrecher schützte den Strand vor Erosion, so dass Familien den Sand genießen konnten, ohne sich Sorgen machen zu müssen, dass die Wellen ihn wegschwemmen.

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