levee
//ˈlɛv.i//
Noun
leveeSingular
leveesPlural
1
An embankment built to prevent a river from overflowing.
The levee was built to protect the town from flooding.
2
A natural ridge of sediment deposited along the banks of a river.
The natural levee along the riverbank was formed by centuries of sediment deposits.
Synonym
Noun
leveeSingular
leveesPlural
1
A formal reception or assembly, especially one held by a sovereign or person of high rank.
The ambassador attended the king's levee at the palace.