Definition of Eaves

a cover that extends from the roof over the edge of the exterior wall of a house or building

Examples of Eaves in a sentence

Standing under the eaves next to the house somewhat sheltered us from the rain.  🔊

Casting a shadow against the wall under the eaves blocked my view from seeing the swarming wasps.  🔊

While the building crew fixed the roof to the top of the house, it stretched outward in order for the eaves to fully cover the exterior walls.  🔊

Affixing the gutters above the eaves of the house would allow rainwater to pour off the house without ever getting the walls wet.  🔊

A small pipe ran down the roof over the eaves and down the side of the house.  🔊

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