gabions
/ˈɡeɪbiənz/
noun
- Plural of gabion; wire baskets filled with rocks or earth, used in building walls, dams, or for erosion control.
- Gabions are often used in landscaping to build attractive and functional barriers.
- After the flood, the city installed gabions to protect the bridge foundations.
- The construction crew stacked gabions to create a sturdy retaining wall.