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Roofs and Ceilings

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1.
barge rafter
Noun

a structural component of a roof that runs along the edge or gable of the roof

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barge course
Noun

a horizontal row of masonry or brickwork that runs along the edge or gable of a roof, typically on the side of a building

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vault
3.
vault
Verb

to leap or spring over an obstacle with the aid of hands or a pole

Last year, she confidently vaulted over the stream during the track and field competition.

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gambrel roof
Noun

a type of roof characterized by two slopes on each side, with the lower slope being steeper and the upper slope having a shallower pitch, resulting in a distinct double-pitched or barn-like appearance

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hipped roof
Noun

a roof style characterized by slopes on all sides, where the ends of the roof slope inward toward the ridge, creating a gentle or moderate slope without any vertical gables

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man
sard
Noun

a roof style characterized by two slopes on each side, with the lower slope being steeper and the upper slope having a shallower pitch, often creating additional living space or attic rooms within the roof structure

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ridge
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ridge
Noun

an elevated area of land that forms a crest along a hill or mountain range

The Appalachian Mountains feature numerous ridges that stretch for miles.

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saddle roof
Noun

a type of roof design characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a central ridge, resembling the shape of a saddle or an inverted "V"

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dome ceiling
Noun

a curved or hemispherical-shaped ceiling that creates a sense of openness and is often found in grand architectural spaces

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verge
10.
verge
Noun

the limit beyond which something happens or changes

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dome
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dome
Noun

a building's roof that is rounded

The majestic cathedral was topped with a towering dome that gleamed in the sunlight.

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eave
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eave
Noun

the lower edge or overhang of a roof that projects beyond the supporting walls, providing protection from the elements and directing water away from the building

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hammerbeam roof
Noun

a type of roof with horizontal beams that project outward and support the weight of the roof, creating an open and decorative space below

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shed roof
Noun

a simple roof design consisting of a single sloping plane that slopes downward in one direction, resembling the shape of a shed or lean-to structure

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flat roof
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flat roof
Noun

a horizontal or nearly horizontal roof surface with a minimal slope, providing a level or nearly level surface on top of a building

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butterfly roof
Noun

a unique roof design characterized by two upward-sloping roof sections that meet in the middle, creating a V-shape resembling the wings of a butterfly

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curved roof
Noun

a roof design that features a gentle or pronounced curve along its span, deviating from a traditional flat or sloping roof

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sloping roof
Noun

a roof design that has a noticeable incline or slope, typically with two or more sides slanting downward from a higher point towards the eaves or edges of the roof

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pyramid roof
Noun

a roof design characterized by four sloping sides that meet at a single point or apex, forming a pyramid-like shape

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apex
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a
pex
Noun

the point where the inferior and left borders of the heart meet, representing the tip of the left ventricle

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saltbox roof
Noun

a distinctive roof design that features a long, sloping roof on one side and a shorter, steep roof on the other side, resulting in an asymmetrical shape resembling a traditional wooden saltbox container

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sawtooth roof
Noun

a roof design characterized by a series of vertical roof surfaces with a combination of vertical glass panels and solid sections

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flat ceiling
Noun

a ceiling design that has a level or horizontal surface without any visible slopes or curves

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vaulted ceiling
Noun

a ceiling design that features an arched or curved shape, creating a sense of height and spaciousness in a room

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tray ceiling
Noun

a recessed or stepped ceiling design that adds visual interest to a room

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coffered ceiling
Noun

a ceiling design that features a series of sunken panels or recessed geometric patterns, creating a grid-like appearance

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sunken panel
Noun

a recessed portion or section of a surface that is set lower than the surrounding area

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beam ceiling
Noun

a ceiling design that showcases exposed beams as a prominent architectural element

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se
mi
dome
Noun

a half-rounded architectural structure resembling the top half of a sphere often used to create a curved or vaulted ceiling

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coved ceiling
Noun

a ceiling design that features a curved transition between the wall and the ceiling, creating a smooth, rounded surface

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dropped ceiling
Noun

a suspended ceiling or false ceiling, is a secondary ceiling installed below the main structural ceiling

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onion dome
Noun

a bulbous, onion-shaped dome that is often found atop a tower or a building, typically associated with Eastern European and Russian architecture

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ridge rib
Noun

the raised or elevated portion running along the ridge of a roof

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roof garden
Noun

cultivated green spaces established on the topmost level of a building that can provide temperature control apart from having decorative benefit

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rooftop
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roof
top
Noun

the external surface of a building roof

They had dinner on the rooftop, enjoying the city's skyline at night.

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fan
tail
Noun

a breed of domesticated pigeon characterized by its fan-shaped tail

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cai
sson
Noun

large watertight chamber used for construction under water

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dormer
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dor
mer
Noun

a structural element that protrudes from a sloping roof, typically containing a window or set of windows

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roof pitch
Noun

the steepness or slope of a roof, typically expressed as a ratio or angle, indicating the vertical rise of the roof for every horizontal distance

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thatch
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thatch
Noun

the untidy and thick hair on someone's head

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cupola
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cu
po
la
Noun

a small, dome-shaped or roof-like structure that sits on top of a larger building or roof

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roof curb
Noun

a raised framework or structure built on a roof surface to support rooftop equipment or to create a transition between different roof levels

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