Rooftop

usgb/ˈruːftɑːp/
noun

The top part or surface of a building which is usually flat or slanted.

We spent the evening enjoying the view from the rooftop.
Visual representation of "rooftop" - The top part or surface of a building which is usually flat or slanted.

Often appears as...

  • rooftop garden
  • rooftop bar
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Physical Structure

Rooftop refers to the building's uppermost surface, often with access.

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Access to the rooftop is through the stairwell.
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Not Always Flat

Rooftops can be flat, pitched, or have multiple levels, not just flat surfaces.

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The house had a sloped rooftop, unlike the flat rooftop of the nearby building.
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City Skyline

Urban areas often refer to rooftops when mentioning skyline views or gatherings.

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The party on the rooftop offered a stunning skyline of the city.
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