ledge

//lɛdʒ//
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Noun

ledgeSingular
ledgesPlural
1

A narrow horizontal surface projecting from a wall, cliff, or other surface.

The climber rested on a narrow ledge halfway up the cliff.

2

A ridge or shelf of rock, especially one beneath the surface of the sea.

The divers discovered a coral ledge beneath the surface of the sea.

3

A flat projecting part of a structure, such as a windowsill.

She placed a small plant on the window ledge.

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