Main Entry: ¹jet·ty

Pronunciation: \ˈje-tē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural jetties

Etymology: Middle English getee, jette, from Anglo-French geté, getee, from past participle of geter, jeter to throw — more at jet

Date: 15th century

1 a : a structure extended into a sea, lake, or river to influence the current or tide or to protect a harbor b : a protecting frame of a pier
2 : a landing wharf