roof

[roof, roof] / ruf, rʊf /

NOUN

building covering

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ceiling house

STRONG

canopy covering crown cupola dome gable gambrel palate parapet rafter shelter slate summit truss

Antonyms

STRONG

bottom

Example Sentences

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It is understood it happened in a plant room on the fifth floor of the Pacific Quay building at roof level.

From BBC

Flick's side responded quickly with Yamal blasting into the roof of the net when Raphinha found him with a low cross.

From Barron's

Many of those early graves, marked by propped up terracotta roof tiles, are visible outside the basilica today.

From The Wall Street Journal

Then think of the potential emergencies: a new roof, a major car repair, an unexpected medical procedure, and so on.

From MarketWatch

Multiple decks, including a 76-foot roof deck with a spa, offer residents the chance to enjoy panoramic views of the area.

From MarketWatch