Shingle

usgb/ˈʃɪŋɡl/
noun

A thin rectangular piece of material used to cover buildings to make them resistant to weather.

The roofer nailed new shingles onto the roof.
Visual representation of "shingle" - A thin rectangular piece of material used to cover buildings to make them resistant to weather

Often appears as...

  • roof shingles
  • asphalt shingles

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Construction Material

Shingle is commonly used in construction and roof repair.

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After the storm, we replaced the damaged shingles.
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Weather Protection

Shingles are designed to protect buildings from rain, snow, and wind.

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The cabin's shingles kept us dry through the downpour.
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Material Varieties

Shingles can be made of different materials like asphalt, wood, or slate.

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They chose cedar shingles for their rustic appearance.
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