First Known Use: before 12th century
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eave
noun \ˈēv\
Definition of EAVE
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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Origin of EAVE
Middle English eves (singular), from Old English efes; akin to Old High German obasa portico, Old English ūp up — more at up
EAVE Defined for Kids
eave
noun \ˈēv\
Definition of EAVE for Kids
: the lower edge of a roof that sticks out past the wall —usually used in pl.
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