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Gable
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Simple meaning
What does Gable mean?
A gable is the triangular wall section under a sloped roof.
Dictionary definition
The triangular part of a wall under the sloping sides of a roof.
Example sentences
Gable in a sentence
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The old house had a small window in the gable.
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The roof formed a tall gable above the front porch.
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Architects may use a gable to shape the style and outline of a building.
Synonyms
Words like Gable
roof peakA simple phrase for the upper roof area.
gable endThe wall section at the end of a gabled roof.
triangular wall sectionA clear descriptive phrase.
Antonyms
Opposite words
flat roofA contrast because it does not form the same triangular wall shape.
basement wallA contrast because it is not the upper wall under a roof.
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Practice 1
What does gable mean?
Gable means a gable is the triangular wall section under a sloped roof.
Practice 2
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Practice 3
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Triangular wall section is closest in meaning to gable in this context.
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