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overhung

UK
/ˌəʊ.vəˈhʌŋ/
US
/ˌoʊ.vɚˈhʌŋ/

Translations

overhangverb

overhung

Past Simple

overhung
Past Simple
overhung
Past Participle
overhanging
Gerund
UK
/ˈəʊ.və.hæŋ/
US
/ˈoʊ.vɚ.hæŋ/
The cliff overhangs the sea, providing a stunning view.
La falaise surplombe la mer, offrant une vue magnifique.
Additional translations
peser surSens économique, lorsque l'excédent exerce une pression à la baisse.
planer surSens figuré, menace ou risque imminent.
Synonyms
suspend
jut
extend
project
hang over

Definitions

overhangverb
To project or extend outward and over something.
The cliff overhangs the sea, providing a stunning view.
To threaten or be imminent, as in a danger or risk.
A sense of uncertainty overhangs the negotiations.
To remain in excess supply on the market, exerting downward pressure on prices.
Unsold units continued to overhang the housing market throughout the year.
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