embankment

[ɪmˈbaŋkmənt]

embankment Definition

  • 1a wall or bank of earth or stone built to prevent a river flooding an area
  • 2a raised level strip of land, especially one on the edge of a road or canal

Using embankment: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "embankment" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The river was contained by the embankment.

  • Example

    The train tracks run along the embankment.

  • Example

    The canal is lined with a beautiful embankment of flowers.

embankment Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for embankment

Phrases with embankment

  • a raised strip of land used for a railway track

    Example

    The train passed over the railway embankment.

  • a wall or bank of earth or stone built to prevent the sea from flooding an area

    Example

    The sea embankment was damaged during the storm.

  • a raised strip of land used for a road

    Example

    The road runs along the embankment.

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Summary: embankment in Brief

An 'embankment' [ɪmˈbaŋkmənt] is a wall or bank of earth or stone built to prevent flooding or a raised strip of land, especially one on the edge of a road or canal. Examples include 'The river was contained by the embankment.' and 'The train tracks run along the embankment.' Synonyms include 'levee,' 'dike,' and 'barrier.'