Definition of "levee"
- noun
An embankment to prevent inundation; as, the levees along the Mississippi.
The steep bank of a river, or border of an irrigated field.
A pier or other landing place on a river.
The act of rising; getting up, especially in the morning after rest.
A reception of visitors held after getting up.
A formal reception, especially one given by royalty or other leaders.
- verb
To keep within a channel by means of levees.
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