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cantilever

/ˈkæntəˌlivər/
noun
  1. A long beam or structure that is supported at only one end, often used in building bridges or balconies.
    • Engineers designed a cantilever to support the roof without columns.
    • The cantilever on the crane allowed it to lift heavy loads over the side.
    • The balcony was held up by a steel cantilever extending from the building.
Synonyms
beambracket
verb
  1. To project or extend outward like a cantilever, supported at only one end.
    • They will cantilever the new wing of the museum over the river.
    • The shelf cantilevers from the wall, leaving space underneath.
    • The architect decided to cantilever the upper floors over the street.
Synonyms
overhangproject
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