roofing

noun

roof·​ing ˈrü-fiŋ How to pronounce roofing (audio)
ˈru̇-
: 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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Here, design details like DaVinci roofing and Arriscraft Walnut brick veneer accent the various structures alongside a large swimming pool and hot tub, a ping-pong pavilion, and a grilling area. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2025 It is planned to accommodate 33,000 people and will feature an enormous glass window that allows views of the Strip in the background, an 18,000-square-foot jumbotron, and a futuristic five-layer roofing system. Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025 The district has identified a number of facilities for improvement, which would include security upgrades, roofing and flooring upgrades, and HVAC improvements across the district. Lily Altavena, Freep.com, 30 Oct. 2025 The studio has also introduced a cash-for-shelter scheme, that supports families who wish to upgrade their existing bamboo houses with stronger frames and safer roofing systems. New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2025 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 3 Nov. 2025.

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roofing

noun
roof·​ing
: material for a roof

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