ledge
Translation
ledge, shelf, sill, ridge
Examples
He stood on the narrow ledge of the cliff.
He stood on the narrow ledge of the cliff.
She placed the plant on the window ledge.
She placed the plant on the window ledge.
Grammar Patterns
((on/of sth.)) a narrow surface projecting from (sth.) He sat on the ledge of the cliff.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shelf, sill, ridge, projection
Etymology
From Old English 'leċġan' (to lay), related to 'lie'. A place where something can be laid.
Memory Tips
It sounds like 'edge'. A ledge is often on the edge of a cliff or window.