Definition of rainspoutnext
as in gutter
a pipe or channel for carrying off water from a roof heavy rains had left a large puddle at the base of the rainspout

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gutter
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  • Protect your home by removing decaying wood, controlling moisture, and cleaning gutters and overgrowth.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
  • Check gutters periodically to prevent clogs and an unwanted fly infestation.
    Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 23 June 2026
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“Rainspout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rainspout. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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