overhang

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To hang over (something).
  2. To impend.
noun
  1. The volume that tips the balance between the demand and the supply toward demand lagging supply.
  2. That portion of the roof structure that extends beyond the exterior walls of a building.
  3. A fatty roll of pubis flab that hangs over one's genitals; a FUPA.
  4. Anything that overhangs or protrudes over its base, such as a wave immediately before breaking, or a protruding cliff or rock wall.

Pronunciation

/əʊvəˈhaŋ/ /ˈəʊvəhaŋ/ /ˈoʊvəɹˌhæŋ/ en-us-overhang.ogg

Word forms

overhang overhangs overhanging overhung overhanged

Etymology

From Old English oferhangan, corresponding to over- + hang.

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