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cantilever

UK
/ˈkæntɪˌliːvə/
US
/ˈkæntɪˌlivɚ/

Translations

cantilevernoun
cantilevers
pl
UK
/ˈkæntɪˌliːvə/
US
/ˈkæntɪˌlivɚ/
The bridge was designed with a cantilever to support the extended section.
Мост был спроектирован с консолью для поддержки выдвинутой секции.
Additional translations
балка
консольная балка
Synonyms
overhang
support
projection
bracket
cantileververb
cantilevered
Past Simple
cantilevered
Past Participle
cantilevering
Gerund
UK
/ˈkæn.tɪˌliː.vər/
US
/ˈkæn.tɪˌliː.vɚ/
The balcony cantilevers over the garden.
Балкон выступает над садом.
Synonyms
jut out
stick out
extend out
protrude
jut
overhang
project
cantileveradjective
more cantilever
Comp.
most cantilever
Super.
Used attributively to describe structures or elements that are supported by or constructed as a cantilever.
Synonyms
overhung
extended
cantilevered
outjutting
protruding
jutting
projecting
overhanging

Definitions

cantilevernoun
A long projecting beam or girder fixed at only one end, used in bridge construction.
The new bridge was designed with a cantilever to extend over the river without the need for additional supports.
A bracket or beam that projects from a wall to support a balcony, cornice, or similar structure.
The architect used a cantilever to support the overhanging balcony, giving the building a modern look.
cantileververb
To project or extend something in the manner of a cantilever.
The architect decided to cantilever the balcony over the garden to provide more outdoor space.
To extend or project outward in the manner of a cantilever, without additional external bracing.
The viewing platform cantilevers over the waterfall, giving visitors a breathtaking view.
cantileveradjective
Built with or supported by a cantilever; projecting or overhanging without external bracing.
The designer created a cantilever roof that seems to float above the patio.
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