levee
Translation
levee, embankment, dike
Examples
The levee protects the town from floods.
The levee protects the town from floods.
Grammar Patterns
((a levee)) a raised bank of earth to prevent a river from flooding The levee protects the town from floods.
Similar Words
Synonyms: embankment, dike, dam
Etymology
From French 'levée', meaning 'raised', from the verb 'lever' (to raise).
Memory Tips
Think of 'levitating' a wall of earth to hold back water.