levee

[US]/ˈlɛvi/
[UK]/ˈlɛvi/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a natural or artificial embankment built to prevent flooding; an official reception, especially in the morning, held by a monarch or noble
vt.to build an embankment

Phrases & Collocations

levee break

levee system

levee maintenance

levee construction

levee height

levee safety

levee failure

levee design

levee flood

levee project

Example Sentences

the levee held strong during the storm.

they built a levee to protect the town from flooding.

the levee was breached, causing widespread damage.

walking along the levee offers beautiful views of the river.

farmers rely on the levee to keep their fields dry.

the city council discussed plans to reinforce the levee.

during heavy rains, the levee is a critical defense.

residents gathered to volunteer for levee maintenance.

the levee system was designed to withstand severe weather.

after the flood, the levee needed extensive repairs.

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