Flood-control barrier Crossword Clue

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Flood-control 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
CONTROL (verb)
1. handle and cause to function
2. exercise authoritative control or power over
CONTROL (noun)
1. a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment
2. discipline in personal and social activities

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