rooftop

noun

roof·​top ˈrüf-ˌtäp How to pronounce rooftop (audio)
ˈru̇f-
often attributive
: roof
especially : the outer surface of a roof

Examples of rooftop in a Sentence

They have a garden on the rooftop of the apartment building. He wanted to shout from the rooftops when he got the job.
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There will also be a caricature artist, a high value raffle and a rooftop afterparty. Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Sep. 2025 The expansive views of the city and Blue Ridge Mountains are hard to beat, especially when enjoyed with a cocktail or beer in hand at this rooftop bar. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2025 Spending money on rooftop solar is not affordable for everyone, and the industry has gained a reputation for high-pressure sales tactics. Jeff Brady, NPR, 20 Sep. 2025 Windsor’s pick is The Culpeper in East London, which has a rooftop garden and terrace overlooking the city. Nicole Trilivas, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rooftop

Word History

First Known Use

1564, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rooftop was in 1564

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“Rooftop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rooftop. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.

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rooftop

noun
roof·​top ˈrüf-ˌtäp How to pronounce rooftop (audio)
ˈru̇f-
: roof entry 1 sense 1a
especially : the outer surface of a flat roof

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