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Roof

/rˈuf/
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(noun) The external covering at the top of a building.

We got our roof blown off in the gale.
The cat burglar must have entered the mansion from the roof.
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The storm caused significant damage to the ____ of the old farmhouse, requiring urgent repairs.

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