Pronunciation: /ˈɡʌtər/

Definitions of gutter

noun a shallow trough fixed beneath the edge of a roof for carrying off rainwater

Example Sentences

A1 The rainwater flowed down the gutter.

A2 The leaves clogged up the gutter, causing water to overflow.

B1 The gutter on the roof needed to be cleaned regularly to prevent blockages.

B2 The gutter installation was done professionally to ensure proper drainage.

C1 The gutter system was designed to efficiently divert rainwater away from the building.

C2 The guttering company recommended a high-quality gutter guard to prevent debris buildup.

verb None

Example Sentences

A1 The rainwater guttered down the side of the house.

A2 She guttered the leaves out of the drain to clear the blockage.

B1 The street was littered with trash that had been guttered by the heavy rain.

B2 He carefully guttered the edges of the metal sheet to ensure a clean finish.

C1 The artist guttered the paint onto the canvas in a fluid motion.

C2 The skilled craftsman guttered the wood with precision and expertise.

adjective None

Example Sentences

A1 The gutter pipe was clogged with leaves.

A2 The gutter cleaning service removed all the debris.

B1 The gutter system needs to be repaired to prevent leaks.

B2 The gutter guards were installed to keep out debris.

C1 The gutter installation was done professionally and efficiently.

C2 The gutter maintenance plan includes regular inspections and cleanings.

adverb None

Example Sentences

A1 The rainwater flowed down the gutter quickly.

A2 She walked along the gutter carefully to avoid stepping in puddles.

B1 The leaves in the gutter were causing a blockage in the drainage system.

B2 The gutter was overflowing with rainwater, indicating a problem with the roof.

C1 The gutter was expertly installed to ensure proper water flow away from the house.

C2 The gutter system was designed to efficiently collect rainwater and prevent any leaks.

pronoun None

Example Sentences

A1 The gutter is clogged with leaves.

A2 I saw a bird drinking water from the gutter.

B1 The gutter needs to be cleaned regularly to prevent flooding.

B2 Water was overflowing from the gutter during the heavy rainstorm.

C1 The gutter on the side of the house is in need of repair.

C2 The gutter system in this neighborhood is well-maintained and efficient.

preposition None

Example Sentences

A1 The ball rolled into the gutter.

A2 She found a lost kitten in the gutter.

B1 He slipped on the wet leaves in the gutter.

B2 The workers cleaned out the gutter to prevent flooding.

C1 The gutter of the house was clogged with debris.

C2 The city installed new gutter systems to improve drainage.

conjunction None

Example Sentences

A1 I walked along the gutter and slipped on a banana peel.

A2 The rainwater flowed down the gutter and into the drain.

B1 He cleaned out the gutter, then repaired the leaky roof.

B2 The gutter overflowed with debris, causing a blockage in the drainage system.

C1 The gutter on the house needed to be replaced due to extensive rust and damage.

C2 The gutter acted as a conduit for rainwater, directing it away from the foundation of the building.

interjection None

Example Sentences

A1 Gutter! I dropped my pen.

A2 Oh gutter! I forgot my lunch.

B1 Gutter, I missed the bus.

B2 Well, gutter, that didn't go as planned.

C1 In the gutter, I found a lost wallet.

C2 The gutter, filled with rainwater, overflowed onto the sidewalk.

article None

Example Sentences

A1 The rainwater flowed down the gutter.

A2 She found a lost kitten hiding in the gutter.

B1 The gutter was clogged with leaves and debris.

B2 The gutter installation was completed by the end of the day.

C1 The gutter system was designed to prevent water damage to the house.

C2 The gutter maintenance crew cleaned out all the gutters on the building.

Examples of gutter in a Sentence

formal The rainwater flowed down the gutter and into the drain.

informal I found a lot of leaves clogging up the gutter on the roof.

slang I accidentally dropped my phone in the gutter, what a mess!

figurative He felt like his life was spiraling down the gutter after losing his job.

Grammatical Forms of gutter

past tense

guttered

plural

gutters

comparative

more gutter

superlative

most gutter

present tense

gutters

future tense

will gutter

perfect tense

have guttered

continuous tense

is guttering

singular

gutter

positive degree

gutter

infinitive

to gutter

gerund

guttering

participle

guttered

Origin and Evolution of gutter

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French/Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'gutter' originated from the Old French word 'gotiere' which came from the Latin word 'gutta' meaning 'a drop'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a channel for carrying away water, the word 'gutter' has evolved to also mean a low area at the edge of a street where water collects and flows, as well as a slang term for the lower-class or disreputable areas of a city.