What does "level" mean?

In addition to the idioms beginning with level, also see do one's (level) best; on the level.

See level in WNW Idioms

find one's level

to reach one's proper or natural place according to one's qualities, capacity, etc.

level off

one's level best

Informal the best one can do

on the level

Slang honest(ly) and fair(ly)

See level in American Heritage Dictionary 4 Idioms

(one's) level best

The best one can do in an earnest attempt: I did my level best in math class.

on the level

Informal

Without deception; honest.

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