eavestrough
(dated, Canada, Upper Midwest US, Western US) A trough under the eaves of a building for draining water from the roof; gutter.
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(dated, Canada, Upper Midwest US, Western US) A trough under the eaves of a building for draining water from the roof; gutter.
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