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niveau

noun
ni·​veau | \(ˈ)nē¦vō\
plural niveaux\" \

Definition of niveau 

: a level or plateau (as of existence or achievement) especially in a progression cultural niveau and religious level— Joachim Wach the life story and achievement niveau of the patient-to-be — Scientific Monthly

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History and Etymology for niveau

French, from Middle French niveau, nivel, alteration of livel

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