water level

noun

1. the surface level of any body of water.
2. the level to which a vessel is immersed; water line.

water level

noun

1. the level reached by the surface of a body of water
2. the water line of a boat or ship

Word History and Origins

Origin of water level¹

First recorded in 1555–65

Example Sentences

Wise said he had originally put the song together thinking it would be for another water level.

From New York Times

The A3 motorway connecting Valencia to Madrid was one of many roads where motorists were trapped as the water level rose, leaving them unsure whether it was safer to stay in the vehicle or not.

From BBC

Meanwhile, the mayor of Horno de Alcedo, a town just outside Valencia, told BBC Newshour how the water levels rose by more than a metre in just a matter of minutes.

From BBC

Water is pushed in the direction in which the winds are blowing, causing the water levels to rise.

From BBC

Rising water levels and heavy rainfall, leading to flooding and landslides, and storm surges can also take their toll on local infrastructure.

From BBC

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