Rooftop: meaning, definitions and examples

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rooftop

 

[ หˆruหfหŒtษ’p ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

building structure

A rooftop refers to the upper covering of a building. It provides protection from the elements and can be used for various purposes such as gardens, terraces, or leisure areas.

Synonyms

roof, summit, top

Examples of usage

  • They enjoy watching the sunset from the rooftop.
  • The restaurant has a beautiful rooftop terrace.
  • Winter storms can damage a flat rooftop if not maintained properly.

Translations

Translations of the word "rooftop" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น telhado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค›เคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dach

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ atap

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะฐั…ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dach

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฑ‹ไธŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท toit

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ techo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงatฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ฅ์ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุทุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stล™echa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ strecha

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฑ‹้กถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ streha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะฐั‚ั‹ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ—แƒฃแƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dam

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ techo

Etymology

The word 'rooftop' is a compound noun combining 'roof' and 'top.' The term 'roof' traces its origins to Old English 'hrof,' which means 'the top or covering of a house.' This word is related to similar terms in other Germanic languages, such as Dutch 'dakk' and German 'dach,' all referring to the covering of a structure. The suffix 'top' originates from Old English 'top,' meaning 'the highest point.' Over time, the combination of these two elements has evolved into 'rooftop,' commonly used in modern English to describe the uppermost layer of a building. Rooftops have gained significance in urban settings, where they can be transformed into gardens and social spaces, reflecting a growing trend towards sustainable living in crowded environments. The earliest documented uses of the word date back to the 18th century, illustrating its integration into architectural discussions.