What are structures that protect the coast like barrier islands called?

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answered Jan 3 by TommyBarfiel (2.2k points)

breakwaters

Breakwaters are structures that protect the coast like barrier islands. Groins are structures that help prevent longshore drift from eroding a beach.

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