rooftop
Americannoun
noun
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the outside part of the roof of a building
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to proclaim (something) publicly
Etymology
Origin of rooftop
Example Sentences
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Because the material dissolves in water, researchers say it may someday circulate through rooftop solar collectors during the day before being stored in tanks that release heat at night.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
She said the hotel’s rooftop bar and kitchen faced growing competition from nearby restaurants that were not subject to the same increased wage requirements as establishments within hotels.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
More change is set to come to the city with Mamdani, who has advocated for climate-friendly housing from rooftop solar to clean heat.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
She added that while there are ideas to develop rooftop deliveries and centrally-located hubs "right now we're not there yet".
From BBC • May 6, 2026
We say good night to Tío Ermenio and walk up the many flights of stairs to our rooftop shack in the middle of Old San Juan.
From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya
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