Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stave
noun / verb
/steɪv/
Definition
a wooden post or plank, often used in the construction of barrels or as a part of a structure.
Examples
- He placed the staves carefully to ensure the barrel would hold liquid.
- They tried to stave off the disaster by preparing in advance.
Meaning
Stave refers to the thin, vertical pieces that make up the sides of a barrel or a fence, or it can imply preventing something from happening.
Synonyms
- slat
- plank
- post
- prevent
