SINCE 1828
rafter
noun (1)
raf·ter
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Definition of rafter
(Entry 1 of 2)
: any of the parallel beams that support a roof
rafter
noun (2)
raft·er
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Definition of rafter (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: one who maneuvers logs into position and binds them into rafts
2
: one who travels by raft
Other Words from rafter
Noun (1)
raftered
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adjective
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adjective
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rafter
noun
raf·ter
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Kids Definition of rafter
: one of the usually sloping timbers that support a roof
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