revet
/rɪˈvɛt/
verb
- To face or cover a wall, embankment, or other structure with a layer of stone, concrete, or other material to strengthen or protect it.
- The ancient fortress was revetted with granite to withstand enemy attacks.
- The engineers decided to revet the riverbank with large stones to prevent erosion.
- Workers are using concrete blocks to revet the sides of the canal.