1. Noun
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.
2. Noun
A shelf, ridge, or reef, of rocks.
3. Noun
A layer or stratum.
4. Noun
A lode; a limited mass of rock bearing valuable mineral.
5. Noun
A piece of timber to support the deck, placed athwartship between beams.
6. Noun
a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water
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