Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eave
noun
/iːv/
Definition
The part of a roof that meets or overhangs the walls of a building.
Examples
- The eaves of the house were decorated with holiday lights.
- During the storm, rain poured off the eaves and created puddles on the ground.
- The bird built its nest in the eaves of the old barn.
Meaning
Eaves are the edges of a roof that extend beyond the walls, usually to direct rainwater away from the building and provide shade.
Synonyms
- overhang
- edge
- verge
