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Cantilever

/ˈkæntɪˌliːvər/
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(noun) A beam anchored at one end and projecting into space, such as a long bracket projecting from a wall to support a balcony.

The architect designed a cantilever roof.
The bridge had a long cantilever span.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The modern house has a large ____ roof that hangs over the porch.

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