In a general sense, that which just out or
projects; a projection; also, the measure of the projection; as, the
overhang is five feet.
Specifically: The projection of an upper
part (as a roof, an upper story, or other part) of a building beyond
the lower part; as, the overhang of a roof, of the eaves,
etc.
The portion of the bow or
stem of a vessel that projects over the water beyond the water
line.
The projection of a part
beyond another part that is directly below it, or beyond a part by
which it is supported; as, the overhang of a shaft; i.
e., its projection beyond its bearing.