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barrier vs jetty

jetty vs barrier

barrier and jetty both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
barrier Yes No No No
jetty Yes No No No
As nouns, jetty is a hyponym of barrier; that is, jetty is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than barrier:
  • barrier: a structure or object that impedes free movement
  • jetty: a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away
barrier (noun) jetty (noun)
a structure or object that impedes free movement a protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away
any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective
anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access
Difference between barrier and jetty

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