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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In the eaves of the house, a spacious hallway was transformed into an arcade room, where adults and children alike play on one of the family’s vintage game machines.
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David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 9 Aug. 2024
The multipurpose room tucked up into the eaves on the top floor.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2024
The home appeared to be in a dilapidated state, as hinges were missing from the roof and a piece of the roof’s eaves appeared to have detached.
—Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 14 July 2024
Next, look at your roof from beneath the eave, and the soffit will be facing you.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2024
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David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 9 Aug. 2024
The multipurpose room tucked up into the eaves on the top floor.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2024
The home appeared to be in a dilapidated state, as hinges were missing from the roof and a piece of the roof’s eaves appeared to have detached.
—Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 14 July 2024
Next, look at your roof from beneath the eave, and the soffit will be facing you.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2024
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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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