noun
- the system of gutters and downspouts installed along the eaves of a building to collect and direct rainwater away from the structure
Usage: chiefly North American, especially Canadian; often used in the plural or as a mass noun
Examples
- The contractor inspected the eavestroughing to ensure it was properly installed.
- Heavy snow can damage eavestroughing if it is not regularly maintained.
- We need to replace the eavestroughing on the north side of the house.
- Proper eavestroughing prevents water from pooling near the foundation.
- The eavestroughing was clogged with leaves and debris.
- Installing new eavestroughing improved drainage around the building.