levee
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A raised bank, natural or built, along a river that helps prevent flooding of the surrounding land.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The city reinforced its _____ after the river nearly overflowed the previous spring."
Answer: levee
In your own words, what does "levee" mean?
A raised bank, natural or built, along a river that helps prevent flooding of the surrounding land.
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