A-frame

noun

ˈā-ˌfrām

: a support structure shaped like the letter A

: a building typically having triangular front and rear walls and a roof reaching to or nearly to the ground

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Located at the tippy-top of Beachwood Canyon (or, Hollywoodland), the A-frame is the architectural epitome of L.A.’s rock n’ roll era. —

Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024 The dwelling, originally built in 1933, features a unique double A-frame that houses five bedrooms and four bathrooms spread across 3,200 square feet. —

Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 1 Nov. 2024 If a futuristic tiny home is too much for you, and a rustic A-frame, cozy log home, or quaint cottage is more your speed, check out all the other homes available right now on Amazon. —

Miles Walls, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2024 Photo: Corcoran Country Living The living room featured in this listing photo has an A-frame feel with its vaulted wooden ceilings. —

Clio Chang, Curbed, 11 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for A-frame