noun Download 🔗Share A beam anchored at one end and projecting into space, such as a long bracket projecting from a wall to support a balcony. Examples : "The balcony was supported by a strong cantilever extending from the building. " architecture building technical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A beam anchored at one end and used as a lever within a microelectromechanical system. Examples : "The tiny cantilever in the sensor vibrated in response to the gas, triggering the alarm. " technology physics electronics device machine structure Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A technique, similar to the spread eagle, in which the skater travels along a deep edge with knees bent and bends their back backwards, parallel to the ice. Examples : "The figure skater performed a beautiful cantilever, arching her back low to the ice with grace and precision. " sport action style entertainment Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To project (something) in the manner of or by means of a cantilever. Examples : "The architect plans to cantilever the balcony out over the garden, creating a shady seating area. " architecture building technical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading