Definition

First Known Use

before 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology

Middle English eves (singular), from Old English efes; akin to Old High German obasa portico, Old English ūp up — more at up

eave

noun

ˈēv

First Known Use

before 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology

Middle English eves (singular), from Old English efes; akin to Old High German obasa portico, Old English ūp up — more at up