roofing

noun

roof·​ing ˈrü-fiŋ How to pronounce roofing (audio)
ˈru̇-
Synonyms of roofingnext
: material for a roof

Examples of roofing in a Sentence

asphalt shingles used for roofing He did some roofing in the summer.
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Only construction waste will be accepted at the landfill such as, brush and rubbish, concrete, brick, rock, wood, paper, plastics, cardboard and roofing shingles and tiles. — Elizabeth Campbell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026 The report found that excessive moisture had caused the adhesive to fail, leaving the roofing membrane no longer properly adhered, according to the lawsuit. — Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026 Solar farms can use the vast acreage of parking lots and surface areas of suitable commercial and residential roofing that can cool cars and buildings and generate energy at the same time. — Patricia J. Kissinger, STAT, 18 June 2026 The page said Beck had worked as warehouse forklift driver for the roofing company QXO and said he was known as a dedicated and dependable employee. — Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for roofing

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of roofing was in the 15th century

Rhymes for roofing

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roofing

noun
roof·​ing
: material for a roof

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