1. A gradual depletion.
2. Emptying accomplished by draining; SYN. drainage.
ETYM Old Eng. gotere, Old Fren. goutiere, French gouttičre, from Old Fren. gote, goute, drop, French goutte, from Latin gutta.
A channel along the eaves or on the roof; collects and carries away rainwater; SYN. trough.