"drip edge" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: drip edges [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} drip edge (plural drip edges)
  1. (roofing) A metal flashing or other overhanging component with an outward projecting lower edge, intended to control the direction of dripping water and help protect underlying building components. Categories (topical): Roofing
    Sense id: en-drip_edge-en-noun-EcXXHmJA Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: business, construction, manufacturing, roofing

Inflected forms

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