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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Elmfield retains its rusticated stone facade, a slender turret that rises four stories, and a roofline embellished with dainty spires. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 2024 The staircase, which appears to be free-floating; the upward-swooping roofline; and the opening made for the boulder all give the home a sense of drama. Kim Velsey, Curbed, 19 July 2024 Optical illusions abound, the facade facing the fountains dips in a sort of catenary dip to trick the eye into thinking the roofline is. William O'Connor, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024 The 3’s styling is distinctive, with a long hood, big wheel openings, fast windshield, falling roofline and short rear overhang. Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 23 Sep. 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 21 Nov. 2024.

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