Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

groyne

Noun

/ɡrɔɪn/

Definition

A groyne is a rigid structure built from the shore into the water that interrupts water flow and limits the movement of sediment.

Examples

Many coastal towns have constructed groynes to combat beach erosion.
The groyne successfully helped to maintain the sandy beach throughout the summer seasons.

Meaning

Groyne refers to a structure that extends from the shore into a body of water, typically used to protect the coastline from erosion by trapping sand which would otherwise be carried away by currents.