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roofline

American  
[roof-lahyn, roof-] / ˈrufˌlaɪn, ˈrʊf- /

noun

  1. the outline of a rooftop.


Etymology

Origin of roofline

First recorded in 1855–60; roof + line 1

Example Sentences

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SUVs’ higher ground clearance, taller roofline and commanding sightlines impose a higher center of gravity; longer suspension travel and greater elasticity; and heavier wheels and tires, making them drive like toddlers walk.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

The car has a fastback roofline and a wide stance, splitting the difference between midsize and compact segments, Kia said.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 27, 2024

When it came to transforming the one-car garage, Cooke designed the 480-square-foot ADU to correspond to the architecture of the main house with a similar roofline, red tile awnings and black aluminum-clad windows.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2023

Unique exterior roofline, grand front door with original details, tiled porches, terrace.

From Washington Times • Jun. 15, 2023

The morning fog is so dense that he cannot see the roofline.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr