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gable
noun ga·ble \ˈgā-bəl\
: a section of a building's outside wall that is shaped like a triangle and that is formed by two sections of the roof sloping down
Full Definition of GABLE
1
a : the vertical triangular end of a building from cornice or eaves to ridge b : the similar end of a gambrel roof c : the end wall of a building
2
: a triangular part or structure
— ga·bled \-bəld\ adjective
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Origin of GABLE
Middle English, from Anglo-French, probably from Medieval Latin gabulum gibbet, of Celtic origin; akin to Old Irish gabul forked stick
First Known Use: 14th century
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GABLE Defined for Kids
gable
noun ga·ble \ˈgā-bəl\
Definition of GABLE for Kids
: the triangular part of an outside wall of a building formed by the sides of a sloping roof
— ga·bled \ˈgā-bəld\ adjective <a gabled house>
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