Synonyms for

Rafters

Verb / ˈræftɜ:z / Another word for rafters — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The sloping beams that support a roof.

Synonyms & similar words

raftsman baulk balk rafter raftman beams joists supporters trusses framework structure skeleton bones ribs spars struts brace prop stay pole pillar column post stud stanchion

Example sentences

  1. The old barn had strong, sturdy rafters.
  2. The carpenter measured the length of the rafters before cutting them.
  3. The weight of the snow on the roof caused one of the rafters to crack.
  4. The birds nested in the rafters of the barn.
  5. The sound of the rain on the roof echoed through the rafters.

Quotes

  • The rafters creaked as the wind howled through the old barn.
  • The sunlight filtered through the gaps in the rafters.
  • The bats hung upside down from the rafters of the cave.

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