Eave
noun
The lower edges of a roof which extend beyond the walls of a building.
The rainwater dripped from the eaves of the house.
Usage tips
Neutral
roof eaves, eaves trough, house eaves
noun
The lower edges of a roof which extend beyond the walls of a building.
The rainwater dripped from the eaves of the house.
Usage tips
Neutral
roof eaves, eaves trough, house eaves
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Architecture
Eaves are important in protecting the building from water damage.
The eaves help in diverting rainwater away from the walls.
Pro Tip 2/3Weather Protection
Eaves are designed to protect windows and doors from rain.
You should check the eaves before a storm for any blockages.
Pro Tip 3/3Aesthetic Design
Architects often use eaves to enhance a building’s style.
The eaves added a classic look to the modern design.
Pro Tip 1/3Architecture
Eaves are important in protecting the building from water damage.
The eaves help in diverting rainwater away from the walls.
Pro Tip 2/3Weather Protection
Eaves are designed to protect windows and doors from rain.
You should check the eaves before a storm for any blockages.
Pro Tip 3/3Aesthetic Design
Architects often use eaves to enhance a building’s style.
The eaves added a classic look to the modern design.
Pro Tip 1/3Architecture
Eaves are important in protecting the building from water damage.
The eaves help in diverting rainwater away from the walls.
Pro Tip 2/3Weather Protection
Eaves are designed to protect windows and doors from rain.
You should check the eaves before a storm for any blockages.
Pro Tip 3/3Aesthetic Design
Architects often use eaves to enhance a building’s style.
The eaves added a classic look to the modern design.
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