Gable Roof (Noun)
Meaning
A double sloping roof with a ridge and gables at each end.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The old Victorian house had a classic gable roof that added to its historic charm and appeal to potential buyers.
- Most suburban homes feature a gable roof with a central ridge and two sloping sides that meet at the gables.
- The architect designed the modern farmhouse with a gambrel gable roof that maximized storage space in the loft area.
- Maintenance professionals advise homeowners with a gable roof to inspect their end walls and gables regularly for signs of damage.
- The thatched cottage with its steeply pitched gable roof has become an iconic representation of rural England.