abat-vent

/ɑˌbɑˈvɑ̃/noun
High School
1

Louvres or strips of wood or metal used as windbreaks that allow light and air in, often seen in belfries.

2

A sloping roof.

3

A roof extension supported by outriggers extended from the building facade at the roof line.

4

A metal chimney cap.

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