roofline

noun

roof·​line ˈrüf-ˌlīn How to pronounce roofline (audio)
ˈru̇f-
: the profile of a roof (as of a house)

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Nestled in the countryside of La Grange, Texas, the home draws inspiration from classic European farmhouses, incorporating a swooping roofline and a mix of stone and wood finishes, giving the home cozy curb appeal. Cece Lesesne, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2025 Total cargo volumes of 30.6 cubic feet (866 L) with the second row up and 61 cubic feet (1,727 L) with the second row folded flat end up mattering less than the large floor footprint, because the height used to calculate those measurements drops with the low sloping roofline and rear window. Michael Teo Van Runkle, Ars Technica, 27 Jan. 2025 Wood roofs and siding pose a fire risk, as well as the eaves on the roofline and wooden decks and fences that touch the house. Lauren Sommer, NPR, 15 Jan. 2025 Clustered modular residences, large circular windows and curving rooflines rise above a dry riverbed. Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 26 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for roofline 

Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of roofline was in 1857

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“Roofline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roofline. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

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