What does ridgepole mean?
Definitions for ridgepole
ˈrɪdʒˌpoʊl; -ˌpisridge·pole
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Princeton's WordNet
ridge, ridgepole, rooftreenoun
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
Wiktionary
ridgepolenoun
a horizontal pole that supports the roof of a tent
ridgepolenoun
a beam along the ridge of a roof to which the rafters are attached
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ridgepole
A ridgepole is a structural member, beam, or timber running along the highest point of a roof, serving as a support for the rafters or purlins. It forms the apex of the roof and forms an angle by joining the rafters on either side of the roof. Its main function is to provide structural integrity and balance to the roof.
Webster Dictionary
Ridgepolenoun
the timber forming the ridge of a roof, into which the rafters are secured
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of ridgepole in Chaldean Numerology is: 2
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of ridgepole in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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- رافدةArabic
- kurkihirsiFinnish
- faîtageFrench
- tāuhu, tāhū, tāhuhuMāori
- vigaPortuguese
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