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roof Definition and Meaning in English (roof definition)

noun
Synonyms:coveringtopcanopy
Quick Answer • Definition

Roof definition: The external upper covering of a building, vehicle, or other structure, providing protection from weather.

Definitions of Roof

  1. 1noun

    The external upper covering of a building, vehicle, or other structure, providing protection from weather.

Example Sentences

“The heavy rain leaked through the old roof.”

“They decided to put a new roof on the house.”

“Birds often build nests under the roof eaves.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past participleroofed
gerundroofing
nounrooftop

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

raise the roofidiom

To make a lot of noise, especially in celebration or anger.

under one roofexpression

In the same house or building.

hit the roofidiom

To become very angry.

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Roof definition: The external upper covering of a building, vehicle, or other structure, providing protection from weather.
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'Roof' translates to 'roof' in English. Roof definition: The external upper covering of a building, vehicle, or other structure, providing protection from weather.
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