levee (noun) /ˈlɛvi/, /ləˈvi/, /ləˈveɪ/
1
An elevated geographical feature.
2
An embankment to prevent inundation; as, the levees along the Mississippi.
3
(US) The steep bank of a river.
4
(US) The border of an irrigated field.
5
(US) A pier or other landing place on a river.
6
A reception of visitors held after getting up.
7
A formal reception, especially one given by royalty or other leaders.
levee (verb) /ˈlɛvi/, /ləˈvi/, /ləˈveɪ/
1
(US, transitive) To keep within a channel by means of levees.
2
(transitive) To attend the levee or levees of.