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   lev·ee

   /ˈlevē/

   noun

   • 1. an embankment built to prevent the overflow of a river.
   • ▪ a ridge of sediment deposited naturally alongside a river by overflowing water.
   • ▪ a landing place; a quay.
   • ▪ a ridge of earth surrounding a field to be irrigated.

   Word Origin early 18th century (originally US): from French levée, feminine past participle of lever ‘to lift’.

   Scrabble Points: 8

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   • E

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   • E

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