1. a part of a structure that extends beyond the part below it
2. a threatening or imminent situation
Usage: figurative

1. to extend out over something
2. to threaten or loom over
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The roof’s overhang protected the porch from rain.
• Rock climbers carefully navigated the steep overhang.
• The overhang of debt worried the company’s investors.
• Tree branches overhang the narrow path.
• The balcony overhangs the street below.
• Dark clouds overhang the valley.
• Financial problems overhang the entire industry.