Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
embankment
noun
/ɪmˈbæŋk.mənt/
Definition
A raised structure built to keep water from flooding an area or as a support for a road or railway.
Examples
- The river overflowed its embankment during the heavy rains.
- Workers built an embankment to support the new railway line.
- The embankment along the coast protects the town from storm surges.
Meaning
An embankment is usually made of earth, stone, or other materials and is used to prevent water from overflowing or to provide a level surface for transport.
Synonyms
- bank
- ridge
- levee
- mound
- causeway
