Jetty definition
A kind of wall built out into the water to restrain currents, protect a harbor or pier, etc.
noun
The definition of a jetty is a small pier or breakwater that is built into the water to protect a harbor or shore.
A little breakwater on the edge of the ocean to protect the houses located on the bank right by the ocean is an example of a jetty.
A narrow little dock that boats dock on is an example of a jetty.
noun
A structure, such as a pier, that projects into a body of water to influence the current or tide or to protect a harbor or shoreline from storms or erosion.
noun
A wharf.
noun
Resembling jet, as in texture.
adjective
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An overhanging part of a building.
noun
Of the color jet; black.
Jetty tresses.
adjective
A landing pier.
noun
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To project, or jut out.
verb
Very black, like jet.
adjective
A structure of wood or stone extended into the sea to influence the current or tide, or to protect a harbor or beach.
noun
(architecture) A part of a building that jets or projects beyond the rest, and overhangs the wall below.
noun
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Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
jetty
Plural:
jetties