levee

  1. Noun.  An embankment to prevent inundation; as, the levees along the Mississippi.
  2. Noun.  (US) The steep bank of a river, or border of an irrigated field.
  3. Noun.  (US) A pier or other landing place on a river.
  4. Noun.  (obsolete) The act of rising; getting up, especially in the morning after rest.
  5. Noun.  A reception of visitors held after getting up.
  6. Noun.  A formal reception, especially one given by royalty or other leaders.

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