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n. A cable.

 - n. (Arch.) (a) The vertical triangular portion of the end of a building, from the level of the cornice or eaves to the ridge of the roof. The exterior wall surface, triangular in shape, formed by the inclined edges of a ridged roof (gable roof). Also, a similar end when not triangular in shape, as of a gambrel roof and the like.

 - Hence: (b) The end wall of a building, as distinguished from the front or rear side. (c) A decorative member having the shape of a triangular gable, such as that ...