pent roof
A "pent roof" is a versatile term used in both architectural and automotive contexts, referring to a single-sloped roof design and a type of engine combustion chamber, respectively.
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Definition
B2architecture
(common)A single-sloped roof surface, usually attached to a taller wall or main structure.
Example
- The barn was renovated with a pent roof to allow rainwater to drain easily.
- The shed had a pent roof that sloped away from the main building.
C1automotive
(technical)A type of engine combustion chamber with a slanted roof design.
Example
- The new car model features a pent roof combustion chamber for improved efficiency.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "pent roof":
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