jetty
noun
a pier or structure of stones, piles, or the like, projecting into the sea or other body of water to protect a harbor, deflect the current, etc.
jetties
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pluralof jetty.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"We are going to augment facilities -- either by reconstruction, or construction of new jetties," he said, underlining that his service's mandate is to "touch every island".
From Barron's ● May 18, 2026
Getting vital supplies into the islands was tough with jetties unserviceable.
From BBC ● Dec. 25, 2024
“Large waves can sweep across the beach without warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches,” the weather service said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 23, 2024
Bangladesh also suspended loading and unloading in the country’s largest main seaport in Chittagong and moved more than a dozen ships from jetties to the deep sea as a precaution.
From Seattle Times ● May 26, 2024
When the waves are rolling in, my friends are the jetties.
From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
