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Ledge

noun

A ledge is a narrow shelf or edge.

5 letters 2 syllables

What does Ledge mean?

A ledge is a narrow shelf or edge.

Dictionary definition

A narrow flat shelf or edge that sticks out from a wall, cliff, or surface.

Example sentences

Ledge in a sentence

easy

The flowerpot sat on the window ledge.

medium

A bird rested on a ledge above the door.

hard

The hikers noticed a narrow ledge along the rocky path.

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Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does ledge mean?

Practice 2

Which word is closest in meaning to ledge?

Practice 3

Which sentence uses ledge correctly?

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Ledge

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Synonyms

Words like Ledge

shelfA flat surface that holds things.
edgeThe outside line or side of something.
Antonyms

Opposite words

centerThe middle part rather than the edge.
floorA broad lower surface, not a narrow shelf.
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Word family

Ledge word family

Base word

ledge

noun

ledge

Base form.

noun

ledges

More than one narrow shelf or edge.

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Understand Ledge

Hint for students

A ledge is a narrow shelf or edge.

Common mix-up

Ledge is not the same as center. Ledge means a ledge is a narrow shelf or edge.

Try it in class or at home

Read this model sentence: A bird rested on a ledge above the door. Clue words: bird, rested, above. Underline clue words that show why ledge fits instead of center. Now write one new sentence that shows ledge without using the word ledge. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show ledge?

Teacher prompt

Ask students to explain this model sentence: "A bird rested on a ledge above the door." Why does ledge fit better than center?