2 entries under this word

Riprap

Rip'räp, n.

noun

n. (Engin.) A foundation or parapet of stones thrown together without order, as in deep water, or on a soft bottom.

verbtransitive

[imp. & p. p. RIPRAPPED (rĭp'răpt); p. pr. & vb. n. RIPRAPPING.] To form a riprap in or upon.