roofbeam

[US]/ˈruːfbiːm/
[UK]/ˈruːfbiːm/

Translation

n.A horizontal beam that forms part of the structure of a roof, supporting the roof covering
Word Forms
Pluralroofbeams

Phrases & Collocations

the roofbeam

old roofbeam

broken roofbeam

wooden roofbeam

reinforce roofbeam

replace roofbeam

damaged roofbeam

main roofbeam

roofbeam collapses

install roofbeam

Example Sentences

the old roofbeam creaked under the weight of the snow.

a cracked roofbeam needed immediate replacement.

the decorative roofbeam added character to the room.

workers reinforced the sagging roofbeam with steel supports.

smoke rose from the fireplace past the original roofbeam.

the roofbeam was infested with termites.

sunlight filtered through gaps in the roofbeam structure.

we exposed the beautiful wooden roofbeam during renovation.

the roofbeam snapped during the storm.

an antique roofbeam spanned the entire great hall.

the roofbeam showed signs of water damage.

paint peeled from the ancient roofbeam.

a roofbeam protruded from the ceiling, creating a rustic look.

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now