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Weep hole: hole through a solid revetment, bulkhead or seawall for relieving water pressure.
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Revetment: shore protection structure made with stones laid on a sloping face.
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Flank protection: angled section of wall at the end of a shore protection structure, for example a seawall or revetment.
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Four of the options involve replenishing the beach and installing different combinations of groynes or, in one case, a rock revetment.
BBC: Clacton sea defence plan 'could cost ?27m'
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There is already a wall, known as a revetment, on the right side of the harbour exit but officials say a left wall is needed.
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She said, in addition to the revetment, they would be "looking at enhancing the lighting, enhancing the bollards and a complete set of new signage" for the area.
BBC: St Aubin