shingle
shin
ˈʃɪn
shin
gle
gəl
gēl
British pronunciation
/ʃˈɪŋɡə‍l/

Definition & Meaning of "shingle"in English

Shingle
01

a thin piece of material, such as wood, slate, or asphalt, used for siding or roofing

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shingle definition and meaning

What is a "shingle"?

A shingle is a small, flat, rectangular piece of material, typically made of wood, asphalt, or metal, used to cover roofs or walls. Shingles are installed in overlapping rows to help protect the structure from weather, especially rain and snow. They are designed to shed water and provide a durable, weather-resistant surface. Shingles are commonly used for residential roofing due to their affordability, variety of materials, and ease of installation.

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The roof was covered with cedar shingles.
Workers replaced the damaged shingles on the house.
02

a beach or shoreline covered with small, smooth, rounded stones or pebbles, typically found along coasts or riverbanks

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The shingle beach along the Mediterranean coast was dotted with multicolored pebbles.
The rhythmic sound of waves echoed against the shingle shoreline, creating a soothing ambiance.
03

a small sign, typically outside a professional office, displaying the name and occupation of a practitioner such as a lawyer or doctor

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The lawyer hung a new shingle outside his office.
The doctor 's shingle displayed her specialty in pediatrics.
to shingle
01

to cover a roof or surface with overlapping shingles or tiles

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The crew shingled the new cottage with cedar panels.
He spent the weekend shingling the shed's roof.
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