/ˈlɛv/ or /ˈlɛvə/; /ˈlɛv/ (verb), /ˈlɛv/ or /ˈlɛvɪ/ (noun)

Definitions

1. noun

a ridge or bank of earth or stone built or occurring naturally at the side of a river, lake, or sea; a levee

“The riverbank had a levee that protected the nearby village from flooding.”

2. verb

to raise or construct a levee, especially for protection against flooding

“The city authorities decided to levee the riverbank to prevent further damage.”