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saddleback

/ˈsæd.əl.bæk/

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noun

C1formalcommon/ˈsæd.əl.bæk/

A noun referring to a geographical feature shaped like a saddle, such as a pass or ridge between two peaks, or an architectural feature like a double-sloping roof with a ridge and gables at each end.

  • 🇷🇺Существительное, обозначающее географический объект в форме седла, например, перевал или гребень между двумя вершинами, или архитектурный элемент, такой как двускатная крыша с коньком и фронтонами на каждом конце.
  1. Geographical feature C1 formal

    A pass or ridge that slopes gently between two peaks, resembling the shape of a saddle.

    • The hikers crossed the saddleback to reach the next valley.
    • From the summit, they could see the saddleback connecting the two mountains.
    • The trail led them over a grassy saddleback.

    🇷🇺Седловина

    Synonyms: colsaddle

  2. Architectural feature C1 formal

    A double sloping roof with a ridge and gables at each end, also known as a saddle roof.

    • The old barn had a classic saddleback roof.
    • The church's saddleback design was typical of the region.
    • They renovated the house, preserving its original saddleback structure.

    🇷🇺Двускатная крыша

    Synonyms: saddle roofsaddleback roof

  • saddlebacks plural form
  • saddlebacks' possessive plural form
  • saddleback's possessive singular form