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jetty

/ˈdʒɛt.i/ noun · British & US
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What does jetty mean?

noun

A structure built out into a body of water, such as a sea or a lake, typically for docking boats or providing a landing place. A narrow strip of land extending into a body of water.

Example

"The old wooden jetty was a popular spot for fishing and swimming."

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