ridgepole

/ˌrɪdʒˈpoʊl/
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Other forms: ridgepoles

Definitions of ridgepole
  1. noun
    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
    synonyms: ridge, rooftree
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    type of:
    beam
    long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction
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