eaves troughs

Definition of eaves troughsnext
plural of eaves trough
as in gutters
a pipe or channel for carrying off water from a roof rain so heavy that the eaves trough couldn't handle it

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gutters
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  • To counteract this unintentional sabotage, start by cleaning your gutters.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
  • Possible mosquito breeding areas can include fish ponds, swimming pools, spas, standing water, tree holes, containers, bird baths, roof gutters, pet water bowls, street gutters, wading pools and watering troughs.
    Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 11 May 2026
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“Eaves troughs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eaves%20troughs. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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