The eaves of a house are the lower edges of its roof. There were icicles hanging from the eaves. The projecting overhang at the lower edge of a roof. the edges of a roof that stick out beyond the walls
The lower part of a pitched roof or edge of a flat roof projecting beyond the wall face; usually finished with a fascia board Eaves provide shading and throw rain water clear of the walls below
The lower border of a roof that overhangs the wall EXHAUST VENT Located at the ridge of a roof or in gables, exhaust vents are designed to permit an efficient, unobstructed outflow of attic air
[ 'Evz ] (noun plural.) before 12th century. Middle English eves , from Old English efes; akin to Old High German obasa portico, Old English up up; more at UP.