levee

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英文释义

n. a formal reception of visitors or guests (as at a royal court)
n. a pier that provides a landing place on a river
n. an embankment that is built in order to prevent a river from overflowing

中文翻译

n. 早朝, 大堤
vt. 为...筑堤

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levee 源自法语，意为“提升”。可以联想到“levee”是一个堤坝，用来提升水位，防止洪水。

例句

1. The town built a levee to protect against flooding.
这个镇修建了一道堤坝以防止洪水。
2. During the heavy rain, the levee held strong and prevented water from overflowing.
在大雨期间，堤坝保持坚固，防止水流溢出。
3. Local authorities regularly inspect the levee to ensure it is safe.
当地政府定期检查堤坝，以确保其安全。

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