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rooftop

noun

roof·​top ˈrüf-ˌtäp How to pronounce rooftop (audio)
ˈru̇f-
often attributive
: roof
especially : the outer surface of a roof

Examples of rooftop in a Sentence

They have a garden on the rooftop of the apartment building. He wanted to shout from the rooftops when he got the job.
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The film follows Bayaraa, a once-successful muralist who returns to Mongolia after years living in Europe with little else than a box of paints, a rooftop tent and his loyal stray dog. Lise Pedersen, Variety, 21 Nov. 2025 Earlier this summer the partners transformed Harrods’ new Helideck rooftop space into a tennis court to celebrate Wimbledon, while models showcased the latest Brunello Cucinelli collection. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025 The destination wedding festivities began with a vibrant welcome party at rooftop restaurant Zumo, and was followed by a heartfelt ceremony at educational center Instituto Allende. Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 21 Nov. 2025 La Fondation recently opened in Paris' 17th arrondissement with 58 guest rooms, two restaurants, a spa, a rooftop, and a few unexpected amenities. Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rooftop

Word History

First Known Use

1564, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rooftop was in 1564

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“Rooftop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rooftop. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.

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rooftop

noun
roof·​top ˈrüf-ˌtäp How to pronounce rooftop (audio)
ˈru̇f-
: roof entry 1 sense 1a
especially : the outer surface of a flat roof

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