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Definitions for Jetty

[1] a pier or structure of stones, piles, or the like, projecting into the sea or other body of water to protect a harbor, deflect the current, etc.
[2] a wharf or landing pier.
[3] the piles or wooden structure protecting a pier.
[4] Also jutty. an overhang, as of an upper story beyond a lower.
[5] to construct (part of a building) so that it projects beyond lower construction; jutty.
[6] made of jet.
[7] resembling jet, especially in color; of a deep black.
[8] a structure built from a shore out into the water to direct currents or protect a harbour
[9] a landing pier; dock
[10] of or resembling jet, esp in colour or polish

Words related to Jetty

wharf, quay, barrier, landing, breakwater, dock, slip, groin

Words nearby Jetty

jetpack, jetport, jetsam, jettison, jetton, jetty, jetway, jeté, jeu, jeu d'esprit, jeu de mots

Origin of Jetty

2First recorded in 1475–85; jet2 + -y1

Other words from Jetty

jet·ti·ness , noun

Word origin for Jetty

C15: from Old French jetee projecting part, literally: something thrown out, from jeter to throw; see jet 1

Synonyms for Jetty

seawall, wharf, barrier, breakwater, dock, groin, landing, quay, slip