roof|ing

roof|ing
roof|ing «ROO fihng, RUF ihng», noun, adjective.
–n.
material used for roofs. Shingles are a common roofing for houses.
–adj.
used for roofs: »

roofing tile, roofing nails.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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