What does overhanging mean?
Overhanging means present participle and gerund of overhang.
Overhanging
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of overhang.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of overhang
- (architecture) Synonym of overhang.
- Physically hanging over something.
- Impending; approaching.
Example Sentences
Charlbury, between Oxford and Worcester, is one of the few surviving Italianate stations designed by Brunel. Built in 1853, it is characterised by the broad overhanging hipped roof, providing shelter at front and rear.
the overhanging cliff
Before the word was spoken Carrados had had a flash of realization. It came with the nature-sense of overhanging danger, with the subtle change of intention in the arm that touched his own, with the slight chirrup of a stoppered phial being opened—but it came too late.
Synonyms for overhanging
Antonyms for overhanging
Related Words
Word Forms
- overhangings
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for overhanging?
Common synonyms include overhang, broad, wide, covering.
What is the opposite of overhanging?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use overhanging in a sentence?
Charlbury, between Oxford and Worcester, is one of the few surviving Italianate stations designed by Brunel. Built in 1853, it is characterised by the broad overhanging hipped roof, providing shelter at front and rear.
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