Ledge

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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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