River's flood barrier Crossword Clue

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River's flood barrier Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a formal reception of visitors or guests (as at a royal court)
2. an embankment that is built in order to prevent a river from overflowing

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

BARRIER (noun)
1. any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective
2. anything serving to maintain separation by obstructing vision or access
FLOOD (noun)
1. an overwhelming number or amount
2. a large flow
FLOOD (verb)
1. fill quickly beyond capacity; as with a liquid
2. supply with an excess of

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