English dictionary

shelf

/S//E/lf/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a support that consists of a horizontal surface for holding objects

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water

noun.object

Synonyms ledge

Source: WordNet 3.0
A flat tablet or ledge of any material set horizontally at a distance from the floor, to hold objects of use or ornament.

noun

Source: webster1913