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Definition of Ridgepole
1. Noun. 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.
Exact synonyms: Ridge, Rooftree
Generic synonyms: Beam
Group relationships: Gable Roof, Saddle Roof, Saddleback, Saddleback Roof
Generic synonyms: Beam
Group relationships: Gable Roof, Saddle Roof, Saddleback, Saddleback Roof
Definition of Ridgepole
1. n. The timber forming the ridge of a roof, into which the rafters are secured.
Definition of Ridgepole
1. Noun. a horizontal pole that supports the roof of a tent ¹
2. Noun. a beam along the ridge of a roof to which the rafters are attached ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Ridgepole
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