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Definition of level
1 : a device for establishing a horizontal line or plane by means of a bubble in a liquid that shows adjustment to the horizontal by movement to the center of a slightly bowed glass tube
2 : a measurement of the difference of altitude of two points by means of a level
3 : horizontal condition; especially : equilibrium of a fluid marked by a horizontal surface of even altitude water seeks its own level
4a : an approximately horizontal line or surface taken as an index of altitude Charts were arranged at eye level.b : a practically horizontal surface or area (as of land) the level of the plateau
5 : a position in a scale or rank (as of achievement, significance, or value) funded at the national level the job appeals to me on many levels
6a : a line or surface that cuts perpendicularly all plumb lines that it meets and hence would everywhere coincide with a surface of still waterb : the plane of the horizon or a line in it
7 : a horizontal passage in a mine intended for regular working and transportation
8 : a concentration of a constituent especially of a body fluid (such as blood) a normal blood-sugar level
on the level
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Examples of level in a Sentence
The pictures were hung on the wall at eye level.
The pictures were hung at different levels.
There was a high level of alcohol in his blood.
a normal level of intelligence
Prices have risen to a new level.
She rose to the level of manager.
She has reached a rare level of financial success.
These problems affect people at all levels of society.
Can this problem be dealt with at a national level or must it be addressed at an international level?
Recent Examples of level from the Web
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Humidity levels finally start to drop off noticeably, especially in the afternoon.
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As sea levels rise and shorelines erode, the hunt is on for ways to protect the millions of people that live in seaside communities.
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Clinton’s campaign, fully expecting victory, was stocked with hundreds of volunteer advisers who were already angling for sub-Cabinet-level posts in key agencies including the departments of State, Justice and Defense.
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But the Pan Am Games will mark the first time Joey represents his country on the international level.
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Turns out, Olympic-level swimmers are abnormally likely to have asthma, and Olin’s research helps train them to cope with attacks, and to even use their familiarity with controlled breathing as an advantage.
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Some predict the return of a low-level insurgency much as before IS swept control in June 2014.
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Until there are changes at the federal level, taking CBD oil or other medical cannabis products across state lines or onboard an aircraft will remain illegal under federal law.
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States could choose, however, to try to make up for federal Medicaid spending cuts and maintain current levels of coverage, but that would probably involve raising state taxes, cutting other budget items, such as education, or both.
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Origin and Etymology of level
Middle English, plumb line, from Anglo-French livel, from Vulgar Latin *libellum, alteration of Latin libella, from diminutive of libra weight, balance
Other Civil Engineering Terms
level
Definition of level
leveled
orlevelled
;leveling
orlevelling
play \ˈle-və-liŋ, ˈlev-liŋ\transitive verb
1 : to make (a line or surface) horizontal : make flat or level level a field level off a house lot
2a : to bring to a horizontal aiming positionb : aim, direct leveled a charge of fraud
3 : to bring to a common level or plane : equalize love levels all ranks — W. S. Gilbert
4a : to lay level with or as if with the ground : razeb : to knock down leveled him with one punch
5 : to make (something, such as color) even or uniform
6 : to find the heights of different points in (a piece of land) especially with a surveyor's level
intransitive verb
1 : to attain or come to a level the plane leveled off at 10,000 feet
2 : to aim a gun or other weapon horizontally
Examples of level in a Sentence
They will level the field.
We need to level the garden before we plant anything.
The earthquake leveled the city.
He leveled his opponent with a right hook.
The robber leveled a gun at his head.
Several complaints have been leveled at the store.
Criticism has been leveled against the government for not responding to this crisis.
Recent Examples of level from the Web
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Holder’s firm, Covington & Burling LLP, and a second firm, Perkins Coie, conducted separate examinations of Uber’s workplace culture after a former engineer leveled charges of sexual harassment.
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Like the Hudson project, these artists are beyond showing off, and if anything, Moran and Halvorson seem a touch more introverted than on other recent projects, leveling the playing field for Miles’ meditative style.
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And while global outrage over the slaughter of sharks for soup may have helped to level-off demand, no such outcry has been raised on behalf of the humble sea cucumber.
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And that's not an unfair claim to level against children.
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Cooking spray 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for pan 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp.
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Origin and Etymology of level
see 1level
level
Definition of level
1a : having no part higher than another : conforming to the curvature of the liquid parts of the earth's surfaceb : parallel with the plane of the horizon : horizontal
2a : even or unvarying in heightb : equal in advantage, progression, or standingc : proceeding monotonously or uneventfullyd (1) : steady, unwavering gave him a level look (2) : calm, unexcited spoke in level tones
3 : reasonable, balanced arrive at a justly proportional and level judgment on this affair — Sir Winston Churchill
4 : distributed evenly level stress
5 : being a surface perpendicular to all lines of force in a field of force : equipotential
6 : suited to a particular rank or plane of ability or achievement top-level thinking
7 : of or relating to the spreading out of a cost or charge in even payments over a period of time
level best
: very best
Examples of level in a Sentence
We pitched the tent on level ground.
an airplane in level flight
Interest rates have remained level.
First Known Use of level
15th century
Synonym Discussion of level
LEVEL Defined for English Language Learners
level
playDefinition of level for English Language Learners
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: a specific height
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: a part of a building that is at a specific height
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: an amount of something
level
Definition of level for English Language Learners
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: to make (something) flat or level
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: to knock (someone or something) down to the ground
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: to point (a weapon) at someone
level
Definition of level for English Language Learners
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: having a flat or even surface
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: not going up or down
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: having the same height as something else
LEVEL Defined for Kids
Definition of level for Students
1 : a horizontal line or surface usually at a named height Hold it at eye level.
2 : a step or stage in height, position, or rank She rose to the level of manager.
3 : a device used (as by a carpenter) to find a horizontal line or surface
Headscratcher for level
The word level is spelled the same forwards and backwards.
Definition of level for Students
leveled
orlevelled
;leveling
orlevelling
: to make or become horizontal, flat, or even
Definition of level for Students
1 : having a flat even surface Find a level place to set up the tent.
2 : 1horizontal … the bridge, instead of rising, went across just level … — Anna Sewell, Black Beauty
3 : of the same height or rank : even
4 : steady and cool in judgment The rescuers kept level heads.
Medical Dictionary
level
playMedical Definition of level
1: a characteristic and fairly uniform concentration of a constituent of the blood or other body fluid a normal blood-sugar level
2a: a degree of ability or aptitude or measure of performanceb: a grade of mental and emotional development or maturity evidence as to levels of personality development (e.g., anal, oral)—G. P. Murdock
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