roofing

1 of 2

noun

roof·​ing ˈrü-fiŋ 

ˈru̇-

: material for a roof

roofing

2 of 2

present participle of roof entry 2

Examples of roofing in a Sentence

Noun

asphalt shingles used for roofing

He did some roofing in the summer.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

However, the reports also documented improvements in several areas, including roofing and flooring, ADA accessibility, camera and communication upgrades, kitchen equipment, and body-scanning technology, among other things. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026

Equipment is protected by carport roofing, but is not screened in on the sides to prevent the entry of insects. — Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2026

The owner of a Connecticut roofing and siding company received probation and six months of home detention for filing false tax returns. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 29 Oct. 2026

Marlin Stoltzfus is a contractor and the owner of MKS Construction LLC and has over 20 years of experience in roofing, general contracting, remodeling, and new home construction. — Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 28 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for roofing

• proofing
• spoofing
• fireproofing
• waterproofing

Kids Definition

roofing

noun

roof·​ing

: material for a roof