roofing

noun

roof·​ing ˈrü-fiŋ How to pronounce roofing (audio)
ˈru̇-
Synonyms of roofingnext
: material for a roof

Examples of roofing in a Sentence

asphalt shingles used for roofing He did some roofing in the summer.
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Lujan included everything in her planning from vents to sprinklers, her metal roofing and siding. Rick Montanez, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026 Co-owner Suzanne Pierce said her company did around 10 roofing jobs for Urban Communities under a $214,000 contract. Aaron Mondry, Freep.com, 8 Jan. 2026 The work includes some necessary repairs to roofing and windows as well as the creation of flexible public spaces, including a food vending area, maker’s spaces, study pods and collaboration areas. Stacy Brandt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026 The timber elements and roofing materials were considerably degraded, and the building no longer met adequate requirements for insulation, airtightness, or sustainable performance. New Atlas, 1 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for roofing

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of roofing was in the 15th century

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“Roofing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roofing. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.

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roofing

noun
roof·​ing
: material for a roof

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