roofline

noun

roof·​line ˈrüf-ˌlīn How to pronounce roofline (audio)
ˈru̇f-
: the profile of a roof (as of a house)

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The green cornice crowning the roofline had begun to fade, while layers of black paint and tattered posters peeled from the building’s exterior. Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 1 Mar. 2026 Buildings of this style were often made of stone and could be identified by their elaborate asymmetrical rooflines, tourelles, and battlements with machicolations—all of which can be seen enveloping the façade of Ardross Castle. Alison McDermott, Architectural Digest, 19 Feb. 2026 The light shifts throughout the day, the roofline seems to float, and every space feels intentionally connected to nature. Hadley Meares, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026 The air intakes have been enlarged to feed the 1,600 hp engine, yet the signature air ducts behind the occupants' heads remain, preserving the iconic roofline profile. Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 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 2 Mar. 2026.

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