Levant Definition & Meaning

levant
noun
  1. a heavy morocco often used in bookbinding
  2. the former name for the geographical area of the eastern Mediterranean that is now occupied by Lebanon, Syria, and Israel
verb
  1. run off without paying a debt

"Levant" in song lyrics

See how levant is used in real songs:

  • "ile du levant"
    AOL — AOL
  • "ile de levant"
    AOL — AOL
  • "oscar levant"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "levant"

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