GRE Word List
LEVEE
earthen or stone embankment to prevent flooding; CF. raise
The meaning of the word levee is earthen or stone embankment to prevent flooding; CF. raise.
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| toga | Roman outer robe |
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| efficacy | power to produce desired effect; ADJ. efficacious: effectual |
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| hoodwink | deceive; delude |
| spatial | relating to space |
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| conservatory | school of the fine arts (especially music or drama); glass-enclosed area; CF. conservancy |
