O`ver*hang` , n. (Arch.) 1. In a general
sense, that which just out or projects; a
projection; also, the measure of the projection; as, the overhang is five feet.
2. Specifically: The projection of an upper part
(as a roof, an upper story, or other part) of a building
beyond the lower part; as, the overhang of a roof, of the eaves, etc.
3. (Naut.) The portion of the bow or stem of a vessel that projects over the water beyond the water line.
4. (Mach.)
The projection of a part beyond another part that is
directly below it, or beyond
a part by which it is
supported; as, the overhang of a shaft; i. e., its projection beyond its bearing.
O`ver*hang" , v. i. To jut over. Milton.
O`ver*hang" (?), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Overhung (?); p. pr.
& vb. n. Overhanging.]
1. To impend or hang over. [R.] Beau. & Fl.
2. To hang over; to
jut or project over. Pope.
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