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vergeboard


The ornament of woodwork upon the gable of a house, used extensively in the 15th century. It was generally suspended from the edge of the projecting roof (see Verge, 4), and in position parallel to the gable wall.

Synonym: bargeboard.

Origin: Verge + board. Cf. Bargeboard.

Source: Websters Dictionary