o·ver·hang (  v r-h ng )v. o·ver·hung (-h  ng), o·ver·hang·ing, o·ver·hangs v.tr. 1. To project or extend beyond. 2. To loom over: The threat of nuclear war overhangs modern society. 3. To ornament with hangings. v.intr. To project over something that lies beneath. See Synonyms at bulge. n. ( vr-hng)1. A projecting part, such as an architectural structure or a rock formation. 2. An amount of projection: an overhang of six inches. 3. Nautical The part of a bow or stern that projects over the water. 4. A supply of a commodity in excess of what can easily be disposed of: An unusually warm winter created an overhang in oil stocks. |
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