soffit
IPA: sˈɔfɪt
noun
- (architecture) The visible underside of an arch, balcony, beam, cornice, staircase, vault or any other architectural element.
- (pipe technology) The top point of the inside open section of a pipe or box conduit.
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Examples of "soffit" in Sentences
- The windows rise from sill to soffit.
- The soffit is simply exposed underside.
- All soffits are a weathered red colour.
- The eaves or soffit lining can be seen.
- A corbelled soffit holds the Japanese style tiled roof.
- The underside of the geison may be referred to as a soffit.
- Attic airflow is best with continuous soffit and ridge vents.
- In this example the soffit is fixed to the slope of the rafters.
- The cornice is split into the soffit, the corona, and the cymatium.
- In each pier there is an opening with an arched soffit and a dished invert.
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