강물의 범람을 막기 위해 강가를 따라 쌓아 올린 둑이나 제방
An embankment built to prevent the overflow of a river, or a natural ridge of sediment deposited along a river bank.
예문:
"The levee broke during the storm, causing widespread flooding in the valley."
"Engineers are inspecting the levee for any signs of structural weakness."
군주나 국가 원수가 기상 직후 또는 오후에 공식적으로 손님을 맞이하는 행사
A formal reception of visitors or guests, especially one held by a monarch or head of state.
예문:
"The king held a levee every morning to discuss state affairs with his advisors."
"Attending the president's levee was considered a high honor in the early 19th century."
배가 짐을 싣고 내릴 수 있도록 강가나 해안에 만든 부두나 선착장
A landing place on a river; a quay or wharf where ships can dock.
예문:
"The steamboat docked at the levee to unload cotton and other goods."
"Crowds gathered at the levee to welcome the returning soldiers."
강이나 특정 지역의 범람을 막기 위해 둑이나 제방을 쌓다
To provide a river or an area with a levee or a system of levees.
예문:
"The government plans to levee the entire stretch of the river to prevent future flooding."
"Local farmers worked together to levee their fields against the rising spring waters."