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riprap
(redirected from Rock armor)

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rip·rap  (rprp)
n.
1. A loose assemblage of broken stones erected in water or on soft ground as a foundation.
2. The broken stones used for such a foundation.
tr.v. rip·rapped, rip·rap·ping, rip·raps
1. To construct a riprap in or on.
2. To strengthen with a riprap.

[Reduplication of rap.]


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