: the profile of a roof (as of a house)

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Seal Cracks and Remove Attractants McHale suggests sealing and caulking all vulnerable cracks and crevices near your eaves and roofline. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 12 July 2026 The castellated tower, slate rooflines, brickwork and leaded-glass windows gave the estate the moody, old-money gravitas that Batman’s producers needed for the Wayne family seat. David Hochman, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 There’s also a spiral staircase that leads to a study mezzanine directly below the roofline. New Atlas, 3 July 2026 Much of the structure is supported by a series of massive poles that extend from the ground to the roofline, with long beams bolted to the posts to carry the weight of decks and living spaces. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for roofline

Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of roofline was in 1857

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“Roofline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roofline. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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