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/kəʊstəl ɛndʒɪˈnɪərɪŋ/ · coast.al.en.gi.neer.ing
noun
- The practice of designing and constructing coastal structures such as seawalls, jetties, and breakwaters to protect against coastal erosion and flooding. The coastal engineering project involved building a seawall to protect the beach from storm surges.
noun
- The study of the behavior of coastal systems and the impact of human activities on coastal environments. The coastal engineering team conducted a study on the effects of sea level rise on coastal ecosystems.
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- The application of engineering principles to mitigate the impact of coastal hazards such as tsunamis and storm surges. The coastal engineering project involved designing a tsunami-resistant seawall to protect the coastal community.
Synonyms
civil engineeringcoastal managementshore protectionbeach nourishmentcoastal restorationerosion controlflood protectionmarine engineering
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Did you know? Coastal engineering has been practiced for centuries, with ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and Greeks building coastal structures to protect their cities from flooding and erosion.