Levee: meaning, definitions and examples

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levee

 

[ หˆlษ›vi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

flood protection

A levee is a natural or artificial wall that is built along a river to prevent flooding of the surrounding land. Levees are typically made of earth or concrete and are designed to withstand the pressure of rising water levels.

Synonyms

barrier, dyke, embankment

Examples of usage

  • The levee held back the floodwaters and protected the town from being submerged.
  • Residents living behind the levee felt safe during the heavy rains.
Context #2 | Noun

social event

In some Southern states of the US, a levee is a formal reception or social gathering. It is often held to celebrate a special occasion or to honor someone.

Synonyms

gathering, party, reception

Examples of usage

  • The governor hosted a levee to commemorate the state's anniversary.
  • The levee was attended by prominent figures from the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "levee" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dique

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเค‚เคง

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Deich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tanggul

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะฐะผะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ waล‚ przeciwpowodziowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ ค้˜ฒ (ใฆใ„ใผใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท digue

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dique

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท set

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ œ๋ฐฉ (jebang)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hrรกze

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrรกza

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ คๅ (dฤซ bร )

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nasip

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stรญfla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพัา›ะฐัƒั‹ะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bษ™nd

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ dique

Etymology

The word 'levee' originates from the French word 'lever', meaning 'to raise'. It was first used in the 18th century in English to refer to the act of rising or getting up. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the raised embankment along a river and the social gathering held by prominent figures. The term has been commonly used in both contexts ever since.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,754, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.