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levee

/ˈlɛviː/ noun · British & US
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What does levee mean?

noun

A natural bank or wall of earth or stone built to prevent flooding, or a social gathering, especially one held by a monarch or other high-ranking official.

Example

"The levee was built to protect the city from the rising river."

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