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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The owner of a Connecticut roofing and construction company has admitted to filing false tax returns, federal officials said. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2026 Foundations and slab work are complete, structural steel is being erected and roofing is underway. Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026 Other budget highlights The budget proposal includes about $33 million from the county for capital improvements to address renovations, plumbing, roofing and HVAC concerns. Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026 Health and safety improvements such as HVAC systems, roofing repairs, and classroom modernization resonate strongly. Ben Churchill, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for roofing

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Roofing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roofing. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

roofing

noun
roof·​ing
: material for a roof

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