levee
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ˈlɛ
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vee
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British pronunciation
/lˈɛviː/

“levee”的英语定义和含义

Levee
01

, 堤防

a natural or man-made structure built along a river or waterway to prevent flooding by confining the water within its boundaries
example
例子
The levee held strong during the heavy rainfall.
堤坝在暴雨期间保持坚固。
02

码头, 泊位

a structure built along a riverbank to serve as a landing place for boats or ships
example
例子
Vendors lined the levee, selling goods to arriving passengers.
商贩们沿着码头排成一行,向抵达的乘客出售商品。
03

谒见, 正式招待会

a ceremonial or formal reception of guests, especially one held by royalty or dignitaries
example
例子
Courtiers gathered for the morning levee with the queen.
朝臣们聚集起来参加与女王的早晨接见
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