English-Estonian translations for embankment

• pais; kaitsevall
• tamm
• vall
  Veekogude ümber tuleb rajada ka valle ja reservuaare ning kaevata kanaleid tõhusamaks äravooluks üleujutuste ajal. Embankments and reservoirs should also be built near water bodies and waterways should be dredged for more effective drainage in times of flooding.

Definition of embankment

• a long mound of earth, stone, or similar material, usually built for purposes such as to hold back or store water, for protection from weather or enemies, or to support a road or railway

Related words

• embankment expressway
• embankment work
• track embankment
• railroad embankment