eaves trough

Definition of eaves troughnext
as in gutter
a pipe or channel for carrying off water from a roof rain so heavy that the eaves trough couldn't handle it

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Recent Examples of eaves trough Gutters in the shape of troughs are installed along the eaves, which is why they are sometimes referred to as eaves troughs. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2024
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gutter
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  • Simpson said property owners should regularly clear their roofs and gutters, maintain debris-free space around the property, and have plans mapped out for what to take, such as pets and medicines, if told to quickly evacuate.
    Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 19 May 2026
  • The damage would cost you way more than cleaning your gutters, which averages $160, ranging from $118 to $225.
    Hiranmayi Srinivasan, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2026

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“Eaves trough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eaves%20trough. Accessed 23 May. 2026.

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