Soil

A layer of weathered, unconsolidated material on top of bedrock; in geologic usage, usually defined as containing organic matter and being capable of supporting plant growth.

Glossary of Terms

Beach Width

The horizontal dimension of the beach measured normal to the shoreline and landward of the high water mark line on coasts.

Non-governmental Organisation (NGO)

An organisation, usually non-profit, that is not part of the central, local, or municipal government.

Climate

The characteristic weather of a region, particularly regarding temperature and precipitation, averaged over some significant internal of time (years).

Coastal Strip

A zone directly adjacent to the waterline, where only coast related activities take place. Usually this is a strip of some 100 m wide. In this strip, coastal defense activities take place. In this strip often there may be restrictions to land use.

Marina

A specially designed harbour with moorings for pleasure yachts and small boats.

Coastal Erosion

The wearing away of coastal lands, usually by wave attack, tidal or littoral currents, or wind. Coastal erosion is synonymous with shoreline (vegetation line) retreat.

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