Also means
raise
Usage Note
Lever means to raise or lift something, but se lever (the reflexive form) is the everyday phrase for 'to get up' out of bed or stand up. The noun le lever du soleil means 'sunrise.' In formal French, lever la séance means 'to adjourn a meeting.'
Examples
"Il lève la main en classe."
Natural Translation
He raises his hand in class.

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