jetties

The word “jetties” has 2 syllables: jet-ties

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒɛtiz/


What is synonym and antonym for jetties?

In the thesaurus, “jetties” has 18 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for jetties along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for jetties

Meanings of jetties

  • noun
    1. A structure of wood or stone extended into the sea to influence the current or tide, or to protect a harbor or beach.
    2. A wharf or dock extending from the shore.
    3. A part of a building that jets or projects beyond the rest, and overhangs the wall below.

Example Sentences

  • Fishermen cast their lines from the jetties into the ocean, hoping for a big catch.
  • The harbor was protected by a series of sturdy jetties.
  • Visitors strolled along the jetties, enjoying the sea breeze and scenic views.
  • Engineers reinforced the jetties to withstand the force of incoming waves during storms.
  • Cargo ships unloaded their goods at the end of the jetties, ready to be transported inland.

On this page you'll find 18 synonyms or another words to jetties, such as: berths, docks, dockyards, embarcaderos, floats, landings, levees.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • barricades
  • barriers
  • blocks
  • breakwaters
  • breastworks
  • bulwarks
  • canals
  • channels
  • dams
  • dikes
  • ditches
  • embankments
  • floodgates
  • gutters
  • heads
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  • levees
  • locks
  • milldams
  • ramparts
  • seawalls
  • sluices
  • stanks
  • troughs
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landings

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  • floats
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  • arms
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