abat-vent

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Synonyms: abat vent, abatement

Antonyms: abat vent, abatement

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|architectural element}} [[louvre|Louvres]] or strips of wood or metal used as windbreaks that allow light and air in, often seen in belfries.<ref>{{R:MW3 1976|page=2}}</ref>
2. A sloping roof.
3. A roof extension supported by outriggers extended from the building facade at the roof line.<ref>{{cite-web|title=Creole Cottage|url=https://nola.gov/nola/media/VCC/Documents/Design%20Guidelines/Creole-cottage-handout.pdf|work=City of New Orleans|accessdate=28 January 2024}}</ref>
4. A metal chimney cap.

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