Synonyms

retaining wall

American

noun

a wall for holding in place a mass of earth or the like, as at the edge of a terrace or excavation.

retaining wall British

noun

Also called: revetment. a wall constructed to hold back earth, loose rock, etc

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Etymology

Origin of retaining wall

First recorded in 1830–40

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