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Definition ledge in American English

ledge noun

[countable] noun
/ledʒ/
1

a narrow surface that continues out from the side of a cliff, wall, or other surface

Example

They were perched on a narrow ledge near the cliff top.

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2

a narrow shelf at the bottom of a window

Example

a window ledge

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3

to talk someone out of committing suicide

4

to relieve someone's pain, worries, or concerns after they have experienced a difficult situation

Example

Does Trump need to be talked off the ledge after his latest poll numbers?

Definition ledge in American English