Riprap definitions

Riprap

1) Foundation of broken stones 2) Rock used to slow erosion 3) Shoreline protection 4) Stone foundation 5) Stone wall 6) Wall made of broken stones 7) Wall of broken stone 8) Wall of stones
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Riprap

1) Support
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Riprap

Riprap, also known as rip rap, rip-rap, shot rock, rock armour or rubble, is rock or other material used to armor shorelines, streambeds, bridge abutments, pilings and other shoreline structures against scour, water or ice erosion. It is made from a variety of rock types, commonly granite or limestone, and occasionally concrete rubble from buildin...
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Riprap

• (n.) A foundation or sustaining wall of stones thrown together without order, as in deep water or on a soft bottom. • (v. t.) To form a riprap in or upon.
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Riprap

A layer of large stones (12x12x6 inches or larger) placed randomly on a bank to provide support and prevent erosion; also the stone so used.
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riprap

A man-made stretch of rocks or material of a hard composition that usually extends above and below the shoreline, often found near dams of big impoundments.
Found on http://www.azgfd.gov/h_f/fishing_glossary.shtml

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Riprap

rocks piled along bridge abutments and banks of rivers and lakes to prevent erosion
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Riprap

A man-made stretch of rocks or material of a hard composition that usually extend above and below the shoreline; often found near dams of big impoundments.
Found on http://www.bassresource.com/fishing_lures/bass_fishing.html

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Riprap

Usually refers to rocks or concrete structures used to stabilize stream or river banks from erosion.
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21804

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riprap

A pile of large, angular boulders built seaward of the shoreline to prevent erosion by waves or currents. See also seawall.
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22291

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Riprap

Rip'rap` noun [ Confer Rap .] (Masonry) A foundation or sustaining wall of stones thrown together without order, as in deep water or on a soft bottom.
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/R/85

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Riprap

Rip'rap` transitive verb [ imperfect & past participle Riprapped ; present participle & verbal noun Riprapping .] To form a riprap in or upon .
Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/R/85

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Riprap

A riprap is a foundation or sustaining wall of stones thrown together without order, often in deep water or on a soft bottom.
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Riprap

Irregular shaped stones used for facing bridge abutments and fills; stones thrown together without order to form a foundation, sustain walls, or minimize soil erosion. Also used for rustic stepping stones and patios.
Found on http://www.selectstone.com/architectural-resources/stone-glossary/

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Riprap

(1) Broken stones used for revetment, toe protection for BLUFFS, or structures exposed to wave action, foundations, etc. (2) Foundation of wall or stones placed together irregularly. (3) (SMP) A layer, facing or protective mound of stones placed to prevent EROSION, scour or sloughing of a structure or EMBANKMENT; also the stone so used.
Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20127

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Riprap

Irregular shaped stones used for facing bridge abutments and fills. Stone thrown together without order to form a foundation or sustaining walls.
Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22191

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