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riprap
noun
(rip-rap)
a foundation or sustaining wall of stones or chunks of concrete thrown together without order (as in deep water); also : a layer of this or similar material on an embankment slope to prevent erosion
riprap
noun
(rip-rap)
material used for riprap
riprap
verb
(rip-rap)
to form a riprap in or upon
riprap
verb
(rip-rap)
to strengthen or support with a riprap
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