ridge vent

noun

A vent located at the ridge of the roof that allows the escape of warm and/or moist air from the attic area or rafter cavity; it is usually a simple shielded gap but may be a ventilator (device).

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Meanings

nounridge vent (plural ridge vents)

plural ridge vents

  1. businessA vent located at the ridge of the roof that allows the escape of warm and/or moist air from the attic area or rafter cavity; it is usually a simple shielded gap but may be a ventilator (device).
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Chicago

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