rooftop

[roof-top, roof-]

noun

1. the roof of a building, especially the outer surface.

rooftop

/ ˈruːfˌtɒp /

noun

1. the outside part of the roof of a building

2. to proclaim (something) publicly

Word History and Origins

Origin of rooftop¹

First recorded in 1605–15; roof + top ¹

Idioms and Phrases

see shout from the rooftops.

Example Sentences

The rooftop overlooks a flimsy fence crowned with razor wire around the compound, and about one mile of farmland between Nir Oz and southern Gaza.

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In reality, Noem was on a rooftop staring at photojournalists, fewer than a dozen protesters — and one guy in a chicken suit.

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They stood atop stone walls, car hoods, rooftops, on hills upon hills.

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And in Albany, N.Y., the coming Green House Social Club, opening in November, will include a sushi bar, DJs and rooftop restaurant.

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A public rooftop gallery will also be based on the 20th floor.

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