Ridgepole (Noun)
Meaning
A beam laid along the edge where two sloping sides of a roof meet at the top; provides an attachment for the upper ends of rafters.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The carpenter carefully positioned the ridgepole to ensure a secure attachment for the rafters on either side of the roof.
- The roof's design required a sturdy ridgepole to support the weight of the rafters and the roof's covering material.
- During the inspection, the homeowner noticed that the ridgepole had shifted slightly over time, causing some of the rafters to become loose.
- To complete the roof's framework, the builder installed a long, straight ridgepole along the peak of the roof.
- The historic barn's restoration required the replacement of the original ridgepole, which had been damaged by years of exposure to the elements.