Level (Verb)
Meaning 1
Tear down so as to make flat with the ground; "The building was levelled".
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Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.
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Meaning 2
Become level or even; "The ground levelled off".
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Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
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Meaning 3
Aim at; "level criticism or charges at somebody".
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Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
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Meaning 4
Talk frankly with; lay it on the line; "I have to level with you".
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Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
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Meaning 5
Direct into a position for use; "point a gun"; "He charged his weapon at me".
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Examples
- She levelled her camera to capture the perfect shot.
- The authorities will level charges against the individual for tax evasion.
- The archer carefully levelled his crossbow, taking aim at the target.
- He levelled the microphone stand to ensure it was secure before the performance.
- The doctor levelled her gaze at the patient, explaining the diagnosis clearly.
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Meaning 6
Make level or straight; "level the ground".
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Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The town's residents worked together to level the uneven terrain before the construction project began.
- Electricians level the beams to ensure they can properly install the building's foundation.
- The park maintenance team used heavy machinery to level the field after the previous day's rain caused it to become uneven.
- Architects often level the floor of an older building before beginning any major renovations.
- Contractors leveled the land carefully before pouring the foundation for the new house.