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Breakwater

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A breakwater along the coast, called Dolos
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Breakwaters protect the entrance of a harbour
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Breakwaters also trap sediments

Breakwaters are structures built to protect structures along a coastline against the impact of waves. They reduce the intensity of waves, and lessen the amount of erosion.