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Gable – the traingular part of a wall at the end of a ridged roof
Granny annex – an extension built to house an elderly relative
Groundworker – someone employed to prepare a construction site for the foundation of a new home, which usually involves them clearing the site, laying a foundation, installing drainage and other pipework