nounπShareA 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."The birds built their nest on the narrow ledges of the cliff. "architecturebuildingpartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA shelf, ridge, or reef, of rocks."The mountain goats carefully climbed the steep cliff, finding secure footing on the narrow ledges. "geologynaturegeographyenvironmentstructureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA layer or stratum."The baker carefully arranged the cookies on the cake, creating delicious ledges of sweetness. "geologyarchitecturebuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA lode; a limited mass of rock bearing valuable mineral."The old miner knew the mountain held hidden ledges of silver. "geologymineralmaterialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA (door or window) lintel."The pigeons often perched on the ledges above the windows of the old building. "architecturebuildingpartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA cornice."The birds built their nests on the building's ledges, finding shelter from the rain. "architecturebuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA piece of timber to support the deck, placed athwartship between beams."The shipwright carefully secured the ledges between the beams to provide a stable base for the new deck. "nauticalpartarchitecturebuildingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA lege; a legend."The old building had ledges above the windows, each telling a story carved into the stone. "architecturegeologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA provincial or territorial legislature building."The students took a field trip to see the ledges in Victoria. "politicsgovernmentarchitecturebuildingstateChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA provincial or territorial legislative assembly.""Canadians follow the news from their provincial ledges to see how new laws will affect their daily lives." "politicsgovernmentstateChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading