noun Download 🔗Share A shelf on which articles may be laid; also, that which resembles such a shelf in form or use, as a projecting ridge or part, or a molding or edge in joinery. Examples : "The birds built their nest on the narrow ledges of the cliff. " architecture building part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A shelf, ridge, or reef, of rocks. Examples : "The mountain goats carefully climbed the steep cliff, finding secure footing on the narrow ledges. " geology nature geography environment structure Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A layer or stratum. Examples : "The baker carefully arranged the cookies on the cake, creating delicious ledges of sweetness. " geology architecture building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A lode; a limited mass of rock bearing valuable mineral. Examples : "The old miner knew the mountain held hidden ledges of silver. " geology mineral material Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A (door or window) lintel. Examples : "The pigeons often perched on the ledges above the windows of the old building. " architecture building part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A cornice. Examples : "The birds built their nests on the building's ledges, finding shelter from the rain. " architecture building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A piece of timber to support the deck, placed athwartship between beams. Examples : "The shipwright carefully secured the ledges between the beams to provide a stable base for the new deck. " nautical part architecture building Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A lege; a legend. Examples : "The old building had ledges above the windows, each telling a story carved into the stone. " architecture geology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A provincial or territorial legislature building. Examples : "The students took a field trip to see the ledges in Victoria. " politics government architecture building state Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A provincial or territorial legislative assembly. Examples : ""Canadians follow the news from their provincial ledges to see how new laws will affect their daily lives." " politics government state Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading