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Hip Roof
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Definition
A roof where two or more sloping planes meet at angled edges (hips) rather than having a ridge. Hip roofs slope inward from all sides, making them more weather-resistant than gable roofs.
Example
Traditional Japanese buildings often feature hip roofs with deep overhangs that provide weather protection and define the building's silhouette.