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roof

/ɹuːf/
Meanings
  • noun

    The upper covering of a building, usually made of various materials such as tiles, slate, or asphalt.

    - "The roof of the house was damaged during the storm."
    - "They are replacing the old roof with a new one."
    - "The roof of the barn needs to be repaired."
  • noun

    The highest point or level of something.

    - "He reached the roof of the mountain."
    - "The roof of the wave is where surfers ride."
    - "The roof of the building offers a great view of the city."
Pronunciation
  1. /ɹuːf/



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  2. /ɹuːf/



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  3. /ɹuːf/



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  4. /ɹuːf/



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  5. /ɹuːf/



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  6. /ɹuːf/



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Synonyms

rooftop , tect , thatch , ceiling
Rhymes
Words rhyming with roof
glove , dove , love , above
Variants
List of all variants of roof that leads to same result
roof , roofed , roofless , rooflike , roofs , rooves , through the roof , roofer , roofers , roofing , roof garden , roof gardens , roof rack , gable roof , gable roofs , gambrel roof , gambrel roofs , hip roof , hip roofs , a roof over her head , a roof over his head , a roof over one's head , a roof over their head , go through the roof , raise the roof
Etymology
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Old English rof, rafe; related to reofan to lift, raise.

Trivia
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  1. A roof can last between 20 to 50 years, depending on the materials used and the climate.

  2. The Great Pyramid of Egypt has a flat roof that was once used as a burial chamber for the pharaoh Khufu.

  3. In ancient Rome, roofs were often covered with terracotta tiles, which were made from clay and baked in a kiln.

Related Concepts
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  1. rooftop: A flat surface on the roof of a building, often used for recreational activities or outdoor spaces.

  2. roof garden: A garden located on the roof of a building, providing a green space in urban areas.

Culture
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Roofs have been an essential part of human civilization since ancient times. They provide shelter from the elements and protect us from the sun, rain, snow, and wind. In many cultures, roofs have been decorated with intricate designs, symbols, and colors to reflect the unique identity and heritage of the people who live there.

How to Memorize "roof"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a house with a sloping roof made of red tiles.
    - Visualize yourself standing on the flat roof of a building, looking out over the city.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'roof' with the image of a house or building.
    - Think of the word 'shelter' when you hear the word 'roof'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that 'roof' starts with the letter 'R' and sounds like 'cover'.
    - Think of the word 'above' when you see the word 'roof'.

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