levee

English Thesaurus

1. an embankment that is built in order to prevent a river from overflowing (noun.artifact)

hypernym	:	embankment,
definition	:	a long artificial mound of stone or earth; built to hold back water or to support a road or as protection (noun.artifact)

2. a pier that provides a landing place on a river (noun.artifact)

hypernym	:	dock, pier, wharf, wharfage,
definition	:	a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats (noun.artifact)

3. a formal reception of visitors or guests (as at a royal court) (noun.group)

hypernym	:	reception,
definition	:	a formal party of people; as after a wedding (noun.group)