Phrase guide

ridge tile

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A curved or bent tile specifically designed to cover the apex or ridge of a pitched roof, where two roof planes converge.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: business, construction, manufacturing, roofing

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: roof tile

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: roof tile, tile

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noun

Meaning 2

a decorative tile that is bent in cross section; used to cover the ridge of a roof

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: tile, roofing tile

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