Definition

The shape or outline created by the top part of a building's roof.

Example

The architect designed a unique roofline that made the house stand out in the neighborhood.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed the roofline of that old house down the street?

Yeah, it has such a unique shape, doesn't it?

I love how the roofline adds character to the neighborhood.

Absolutely! It definitely stands out among the other houses.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Roofline → The word is formed from "roof" (from Old English *hrof*, meaning the upper covering of a building) and "line" (from Latin *linea*, meaning a string or thread). The term "roofline" refers to the line formed by the edge of a roof, indicating the upper boundary of a structure.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'upper covering' ('roof') of a building and how it creates a 'line' at its edge — that's what a roofline represents.

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