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LEVEE
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
An embankment that is built in order to prevent a river from overflowing
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("levee" is a kind of...):
embankment (a long artificial mound of stone or earth; built to hold back water or to support a road or as protection)
Sense 2
Meaning:
A pier that provides a landing place on a river
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("levee" is a kind of...):
dock; pier; wharf; wharfage (a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats)
Sense 3
Meaning:
A formal reception of visitors or guests (as at a royal court)
Classified under:
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects
Hypernyms ("levee" is a kind of...):
reception (a formal party of people; as after a wedding)
