1
: the lower border of a roof that overhangs the wall
—usually used in plural
2
: a projecting edge (as of a hill)
—usually used in plural
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When this occurs, the snow on the roof melts and refreezes, creating icicles and ice dams on the roof and eaves.
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Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Mar. 2025
The meltwater then refreezes in the eaves, creating ice dams, which can be a sign that the attic insulation needs to be updated.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Mar. 2025
Replace or repair any loose or missing shingles or roof tiles.
Install a ⅛ inch mesh screening on eave vents.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2025
Leave cold-tender plants under the eaves or on your patio for now.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Feb. 2025
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Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Mar. 2025
The meltwater then refreezes in the eaves, creating ice dams, which can be a sign that the attic insulation needs to be updated.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Mar. 2025
Replace or repair any loose or missing shingles or roof tiles.
Install a ⅛ inch mesh screening on eave vents.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2025
Leave cold-tender plants under the eaves or on your patio for now.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eave
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“Eave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eave. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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eave
noun
: the lower edge of a roof that sticks out beyond the wall of a building
—usually used in plural
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