overhang

verb

over·hang | \ ˈō-vər-ˌhaŋ

, ˌō-vər-ˈhaŋ\

overhung\ ˈō-vər-ˌhəŋ

, ˌō-vər-ˈhəŋ \; overhanging

Definition of overhang

(Entry 1 of 2)

transitive verb

1 : to project over

2 : to impend over : threaten

intransitive verb

: to project so as to be over something

overhang

noun

over·hang | \ ˈō-vər-ˌhaŋ

plural overhangs

Definition of overhang (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : something that overhangs also : the extent of the overhanging

2 : the part of the bow or stern of a ship that projects over the water above the waterline

3 : a projection of the roof or upper story of a building beyond the wall of the lower part

4a : an excess of something that is left over and not easily disposed of inventory overhang Housing prices will not stabilize until the massive overhang of foreclosed homes is reduced.— Robert Borosage

b : an excess amount of a commodity or security the selling of which often drives down the value of that kind of commodity or security share overhang

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Examples of overhang in a Sentence

Verb

A cliff overhangs the trail. The patio was overhung by a canopy. The path was overhung with willow trees.

Noun

The overhang of the roof cast a shadow on the ground. a recess in the face of the cliff that is hidden by the thick vines dangling from the jagged overhang above

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

According to the group's website, Fishtown consists of shanties, smokehouses, fish tugs, overhanging docks and charter boats in the northern Lower Peninsula, near Lake Michigan. — Micah Walker, Detroit Free Press, "Fishtown holding fundraiser to protect shanties from rising water levels," 6 June 2019 Photo: Herman van Heusden for The Wall Street Journal In Holland, Belle Époque suburban mansions could looked like large versions of alpine farmhouses, with overhanging roofs and ornamental wooden trusses. — J.s. Marcus, WSJ, "Building an Alpine Chalet for the Low-Lying Netherlands," 30 Oct. 2018 At 2,873 square feet, the home boasts many of the trademark features of a midcentury home, including long horizontal lines and flat panes, large windows, and overhanging eaves. — Megan Barber, Curbed, "Quirky midcentury modern with koi pond wants $624K," 15 Nov. 2018 Arrange the rhubarb side by side on top of the frangipane, trimming off any bits that overhang the uncovered dough. — Michaela Bechler, Vogue, "Be Ambitious This Thanksgiving: 3 Bold Recipes From One of L.A.’s Most Talked About Restaurants," 2 Nov. 2018 The home is full of horizontal lines, and the low pitched roof, overhanging eaves, and open floor plan all point to Wright’s extensive influence. — Megan Barber, Curbed, "Stunning midcentury home by a Wright apprentice asks $1.8M," 18 Oct. 2018 If a fire is built below trees, the overhanging branches must be at least 25 feet above it. — Christine Clarridge, The Seattle Times, "King County orders burn ban, joining others around Washington amid heat wave," 13 July 2018 After the overhanging offwidth to chimney, the climbing was straightforward, if strenuous. — Brendan Leonard, Outside Online, "The Story of the First Ascent," 9 July 2018 Shallow steps that ring the house allow access to the different spaces, and the home’s sleek finish is topped off with overhanging concrete slabs that lend the residence a further sense of privacy. — Alex Bazeley, Curbed, "Cool concrete summer home sits among a sea of trees," 3 July 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

Line 41/2- by 81/2-inch loaf pan with parchment, leaving overhang on two long sides. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Grilled Eggplant with Chickpea Croutons," 1 July 2019 The color extends upstairs and onto the roof in varying hues, whether that’s in a bedspread or overhangs that offer shade from the sun. — Samantha Weiss Hills, Curbed, "9 maximalist interiors that get the style right," 4 Sep. 2018 Using the overhang from the parchment paper or foil, carefully lift the brownies out of the pan and onto a cutting board. — Ben Mims, latimes.com, "Culinary SOS: Botanica’s Gluten-Free Buckwheat Brownies," 5 June 2019 Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish or pan with aluminum foil, leaving enough overhang on the short sides to help lift out the baked slab. — Becky Krystal, The Denver Post, "The key to these gooey, chocolaty blondies? Open sesame.," 3 June 2019 With less overhang, the fender would just sort of disappear. — Ezra Dyer, Popular Mechanics, "With the 2020 GR Supra, Toyota Gets In Touch With Its Fun Side," 12 May 2019 The roof and walls are supported by 57 trusses that vary in thickness to support the overhang of the curved eave. — Liz Stinson, Curbed, "Undulating bamboo house looks like it’s wearing a hat," 24 July 2018 Let cool in the pan; then, using overhangs, transfer to a cutting board and cut into pieces. — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, "Blueberry-Oatmeal Blondies," 20 May 2019 Using the overhangs, transfer the bar to a cutting board and cut into 24 pieces. — Jane Helm, Woman's Day, "Chewy Oat Bars," 21 July 2013

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