saddle roof

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Noun saddle roof has 1 sense

gable roof, saddle roof, saddleback, saddleback roof - a double sloping roof with a ridge and gables at each end
--₁ is a kind of roof
--₁ has parts: gutter, trough; ridge, ridgepole, rooftree
--₁ has particulars: gambrel, gambrel roof

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Saddle Roof

A saddle roof, also known as a saddleback roof or a dual-pitched roof, is a type of roof design with two sloping sides that meet at a ridge forming a shape similar to a saddle. This roof style is popular for its aesthetic appeal and effective drainage system.

Usage:

1. Noun (Architecture)

In architecture, a saddle roof refers to a specific type of roof design.

Example sentences:

The traditional Japanese temples often feature saddle roofs.
During heavy rain, the steep slope of a saddle roof ensures rapid water runoff.

2. Verb (Informal)

Informally, the term "saddle roof" can be used as a verb to describe the action of constructing or installing a saddle roof.

Example sentences:

We hired a professional roofer to saddle roof our new house.
He decided to saddle roof his barn to enhance its visual appeal.