01 n. 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 …
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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.
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A shelf, ridge, or reef, of rocks.
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A layer or stratum.“The lowest ledge or row should be of stone.” — Sir H. Wotton.
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A lode; a limited mass of rock bearing valuable mineral.(Mining)
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A piece of timber to support the deck, placed athwartship between beams.(Shipbuilding)