rə̇ˈvetmənt, rēˈ- noun
( -s )
Etymology: French revêtement
1. : a facing of stone, concrete, fascines, or other material to sustain an embankment
2. : embankment ; especially : a bank or barricade (as of earth or sandbags) built up to provide shelter (as for planes, magazines, or personnel) against bomb splinters, strafing, or overrun of landing space