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Roofer

Noun CEFR B1
ˈɹufɚ

Definitions

  1. A craftsman who lays, or repairs roofs.
  2. A daredevil who performs stunts on tops of skyscrapers.

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Examples

“Ivan, Kirill and Vasilisa are “roofers,” a loose-knit group of insanely non-acrophobic daredevils who scam and sneak⟳ their way to the tops of Russia’s highest buildings.”
“This year, as part of his annual “Troublemaker Award,” the startup mentor and entrepreneur decided to spotlight a Ukrainian stunt-climber -- or, "roofer" -- who struck a blow⟳ for his home nation by sticking it to neighboring Russia.”
““There aren’t many places in Latin America for the roofer to get⟳ on so our main aim was to climb⟳ Christ the Redeemer,” he said.”
“Many people say⟳ that I don’t look⟳ like⟳ roofer, which is really good when I try⟳ to get⟳ into a building which is really good secured. I started roofing two years ago with some friends.”

CEFR level

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This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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