eaves tile

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Scope note
In ancient Greek architecture, the flat tile or pantile with a decorative nosing used on the eaves (with antefixes) as a substitute for the sima (terracotta or marble gutter of a building). In modern construction, tile, usually shorter or plainer than other roofing tile, used in the first course of tile along the eaves of a building.
eaves tile
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024