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jetty

Syllabification: (jet·ty)
Pronunciation: /ˈjetē/
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Definition of jetty

noun (plural jetties)

  • a landing stage or small pier at which boats can dock or be moored.
  • a breakwater constructed to protect or defend a harbor, stretch of coast, or riverbank.

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French jetee, feminine past participle of jeter 'to throw' (see jet1)

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