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Definition of ledge

ledge

/lɛdʒ/
ledge
Plural:ledges
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• noun

1

A narrow, horizontal surface projecting from a wall, window, or other upright architectural structure.

Example

"She carefully placed her small potted plants on the window ledge to catch the morning sunlight."

2

A flat, projecting rock formation situated on a steep cliff or mountainside.

Example

"The exhausted climbers finally found a small ledge where they could safely rest for the night."

3

An underwater ridge of rocks or coral, typically situated near a shoreline.

Example

"The captain steered the fishing boat slowly to avoid scraping the hull against the submerged ledge."

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• Nearby Words

lecturer
lectureship
lederhosen
ledge
ledger
ledum
lee

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the 14th century (Middle English 'legge', meaning a transverse bar), likely from a Scandinavian source or closely related to the verb 'lay'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ledge. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ledge
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