ridgepole

== English == === Alternative forms === ridge pole === Etymology === From ridge +‎ pole. === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ˈɹɪdʒpəʊl/ (General American) IPA(key): /ˈɹɪdʒˌpoʊl/ === Noun === ridgepole (plural ridgepoles) A beam along the ridge of a roof to which the rafters are attached. [from 17th c.] Synonyms: ridgeboard, ridgepiece A horizontal pole that supports the roof of a ridge tent [from 18th c.]. ==== Translations ==== === Anagrams === pergolide