What does rafter mean?
Rafter means (architecture) One of a series of sloped beams that extend from the ridge or hip to the downslope perimeter or eave, designed to support the roof deck and its associated loads..
Rafter
/ˈɹɑːftəː/ · noun
Meaning
(architecture) One of a series of sloped beams that extend from the ridge or hip to the downslope perimeter or eave, designed to support the roof deck and its associated loads..
Definitions by Sense
- (architecture) One of a series of sloped beams that extend from the ridge or hip to the downslope perimeter or eave, designed to support the roof deck and its associated loads.
- (collective) A flock of turkeys.
- (transitive) To make (timber, etc.) into rafters.
- (transitive) To furnish (a building) with rafters.
- (UK, agriculture) To plough so as to turn the grass side of each furrow upon an unploughed ridge; to ridge.
- A raftsman.
Example Sentences
[…] the pigeons fluttered up to the rafters
Synonyms for rafter
Antonyms for rafter
Related Words
Word Forms
- rafters
- raftering
- raftered
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for rafter?
Common synonyms include baulk, balk.
What is the opposite of rafter?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use rafter in a sentence?
[…] the pigeons fluttered up to the rafters
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