Meaning & Definition of word "Lev"
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Lev
/lɛv/
noun:
- 1. A unit of currency used in Bulgaria.
- Example: I exchanged my dollars for lev before my trip to Bulgaria.
- 2. In biblical contexts, it can refer to the Hebrew word 'lev' which means 'heart.'
- Example: She spoke with all her lev, sharing her true feelings with the audience.
verb:
- 1. To lift or raise something.
- Example: He decided to lev the box onto the shelf despite its weight.
- 2. To elevate in the sense of improving or increasing.
- Example: They worked together to lev the team spirit in the office.
Etymology
Derived from the Bulgarian word 'лев', meaning 'lion', adopted as the name for the currency.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lev of the land:
Refers to the wealth or riches of a place.
to lev up:
To enhance or improve one's level in a specific context.
Related Words
leverage:
The exertion of force or influence to gain an advantage.
levitating:
The process of rising or floating in air.
Slang Meanings of lev
Meaning: To be heavily intoxicated.
Example Sentence: After that party, I was totally lev.
Meaning: An exaggerated state of excitement.
Example Sentence: That concert was so good, I'm still in a lev state!