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gable vs wall

wall vs gable

gable and wall both are nouns.

gable is not a verb while wall is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gable Yes No No No
wall Yes No Yes No
As nouns, wall is a hypernym of gable; that is, wall is a word with a broader meaning than gable:
  • gable: the vertical triangular wall between the sloping ends of gable roof
  • wall: an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
gable (noun) wall (noun)
the vertical triangular wall between the sloping ends of gable roof an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes
a masonry fence (as around an estate or garden)
a layer of material that encloses space
(anatomy) a layer (a lining or membrane) that encloses a structure
anything that suggests a wall in structure or function or effect
a vertical (or almost vertical) smooth rock face (as of a cave or mountain)
a difficult or awkward situation
gable (verb) wall (verb)
surround with a wall in order to fortify
Difference between gable and wall

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