dodman

ˈdɒdmən

Definitions

1. noun

A raised piece of land, often man-made, used as a warning signal to mariners, especially to indicate the existence of a reef or other hazard.

“The lighthouse stood atop a large dodman, clearly visible to ships in the distance.”

Synonyms

  • reef marker
  • seawall

Antonyms

  • obstruction
  • reef