eave

English

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -iːv

Noun

eave (plural eaves)

1. Eaves: the underside of a roof that extends beyond the external walls of a building

   • 2006 Feb, Jill Kirchner Simpson, “Building a Modular Home”, Country Living, volume 29, number 2, page 51: 

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

Translations

the underside of a roof that extends beyond the external walls of a building

• Romanian: streașină (ro) f

• Russian: карниз (ru) (karníz) m