Stave ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Stave ( noun )

1. Each of several thin pieces of wood or metal used as the sides of a barrel or bucket.
2. A vertical support for a roof, typically made of a trunk of a tree.
3. A stick used as a weapon or for support when walking.

Origin:

Middle english (denoting a stick or staff): from old norse stafr.

Examples:

1. The old barrel had several staves that needed to be replaced.
2. The cabin had a wooden roof supported by sturdy staves.
3. She leaned on a stave for support as she walked through the woods.
4. The ancient door was made of thick staves bound together with iron bands.
5. The stave was carved with intricate designs and was highly prized by its owner.

(As a verb)

Stave ( verb )

1. Each of several thin pieces of wood or metal used as the sides of a barrel or bucket.
2. A vertical support for a roof, typically made of a trunk of a tree.
3. A stick used as a weapon or for support when walking.

Origin:

Middle english (denoting a stick or staff): from old norse stafr.

Examples:

1. The old barrel had several staves that needed to be replaced.
2. The cabin had a wooden roof supported by sturdy staves.
3. She leaned on a stave for support as she walked through the woods.
4. The ancient door was made of thick staves bound together with iron bands.
5. The stave was carved with intricate designs and was highly prized by its owner.