Eave ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Eave ( noun )

1. The lower edge of a roof that projects beyond the walls of a building and serves to throw off rainwater.
2. The overhanging lower edge of a roof that hangs over the walls of a building.

Origin:

Eave comes from the old english word "eaf", meaning the lower edge of a roof that overhangs the walls of a building. it was first used in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. The eaves of the house were decorated with intricate carvings.
2. The eaves of the roof needed to be cleaned of debris to prevent clogging of the gutters.
3. The eaves were designed to protect the walls from rainwater.
4. The eaves were a feature of the traditional Japanese architecture.
5. The eaves of the house protected the windows from direct sunlight.

(As a verb)

Eave ( verb )

1. The lower edge of a roof that projects beyond the walls of a building and serves to throw off rainwater.
2. The overhanging lower edge of a roof that hangs over the walls of a building.

Origin:

Eave comes from the old english word "eaf", meaning the lower edge of a roof that overhangs the walls of a building. it was first used in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. The eaves of the house were decorated with intricate carvings.
2. The eaves of the roof needed to be cleaned of debris to prevent clogging of the gutters.
3. The eaves were designed to protect the walls from rainwater.
4. The eaves were a feature of the traditional Japanese architecture.
5. The eaves of the house protected the windows from direct sunlight.