eave Meaning & Definition
/iːv/
What Does Eave Mean?
Eave is a noun that means Alternative form of eaves (“the underside of a roof that extends beyond the external walls of a building”).
Word Facts for Eave
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //iːv// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | eaves |
Eave Definition (Noun)
- Alternative form of eaves (“the underside of a roof that extends beyond the external walls of a building”)
Noun
- Eaves: the underside of a roof that extends beyond the external walls of a building.
Synonyms of Eave
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Eave synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Eave
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Eave in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
eave (plural eaves)
Words That Rhyme With Eave
Origin of Eave
A back-formation from eaves, from a misinterpretation of the -s ending as forming a plural.[1][2]
How to Pronounce Eave
The standard pronunciation of eave is //iːv//, spoken in 1 syllable.