Noun: eavestrough 'eevz,tróf
Usage: Cdn
Usage: Cdn
- A channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater
"They installed new eavestroughs to prevent water damage to the foundation";
- gutter, trough
Derived forms: eavestroughs
Type of: channel
Part of: gable roof, saddle roof, saddleback, saddleback roof
Encyclopedia: Eavestrough