embankment
noun
a bank, mound, dike, or the like, raised to hold back water, carry a roadway, etc.
embankments
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pluralof embankment.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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However, significant damage has been caused to the highway, with mud, silt, debris and other obstructions continuing to block access, and also ongoing safety concerns relating to both the road and the surrounding embankments.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2026
"Due to the impact of persistent heavy rainfall and the prolonged passage of floodwaters at high levels, the safety of reservoirs and embankments in the affected areas faces a severe test," he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 7, 2026
It's not only tracks that need looking after, but embankments and drainage along railway lines.
From BBC ● Dec. 21, 2025
SAR allows researchers to inspect and characterize pavements, retaining walls, and embankments from space and can help determine if there are flaws that should be further inspected for repair, saving valuable time.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 6, 2024
Women in dresses of crimson and aquamarine walked slowly along the embankments.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
