ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Eave

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /iːv/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Eave is a noun meaning (architecture) Alternative form of eaves (“the underside of a roof that extends beyond the external walls of a building”).

Meaning

(architecture) Alternative form of eaves (“the underside of a roof that extends beyond the external walls of a building”).

Example Sentences

Features such as shutters, eave brackets, transoms, a wraparound porch, and a pergola all help establish the style of this home.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include overhang, troughs, eaves, eaved, soffit, roof.

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