No. 2,289 in French
levée
"Levée" means "a raising" or "a lifting," often referring to an embankment or act of rising.
In a sentence
La levée de la réunion a été annoncée tôt.
The adjournment of the meeting was announced early.
Refers to the conclusion or ending of an event.
La levée du soleil sur la montagne était spectaculaire.
The sunrise over the mountain was spectacular.
Refers to the rising of the sun or another celestial body.
La levée de fonds pour l'association a été un succès.
The fundraising for the association was a success.
Denotes the action of collecting or raising funds.
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