Embarkments, also known as embankments, refer to raised structures or walls typically used to hold back water or to create a barrier between land and water. Other synonyms for the term include levees, dikes, dams, barriers, or floodwalls. These structures can be natural or man-made, using materials such as rock, concrete, or soil to form a barrier. Embarkments are used to protect low-lying areas from flooding or to create reservoirs for water storage. They are commonly found in coastal areas and near rivers, where they serve as a protective measure against natural disasters such as floods and tsunamis.