Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cantilever
noun
/ˈkæn.tɪˌliː.vər/
Definition
A cantilever is a rigid structural element that extends horizontally and is supported at only one end.
Examples
- The architect designed a cantilever that allowed the balcony to extend over the garden.
- Bridges often incorporate cantilever designs for stability and load distribution.
- A well-known example of a cantilever is the Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater house.
Meaning
It is used in construction to create overhangs in buildings or bridges without additional support under the extended section.
Synonyms
- Beam
- Overhang
- Bracing
