Noun

1. A shelf on which articles may be laid; also, that which resembles such a shelf in form or use, as a projecting ridge or part, or a molding or edge in joinery.
2. A shelf, ridge, or reef, of rocks.
3. A layer or stratum.
4. A lode; a limited mass of rock bearing valuable mineral.
5. A piece of timber to support the deck, placed athwartship between beams.
6. See lege.