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jack rafter

noun

Definition of jack rafter

: a short rafter:

a : one of the shorter rafters used in a hip or valley roof

b : a secondary roof timber (as a common rafter resting on purlins)
also : one of the pieces simulating extended rafters under the eaves in some styles of building

History and Etymology for jack rafter

jack entry 1 (something smaller)

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