tide protection; protection against the tide
Refers to measures, structures, or systems designed to prevent damage from tides, storm surges, or tsunamis. Often used in compound terms like 防潮堤 (tide embankment) or 防潮扉 (tide gate).
Construction of tide embankments is being promoted in this area.
When the tide gate closes, it can prevent seawater from flowing in.
Compound of 防 (ぼう, 'defend, protect') and 潮 (ちょう, 'tide'). The reading ぼうちょう follows standard on'yomi.