A gable roof is a popular roof design that is used with most architectural styles. Not only are gable roofs beautiful, but they're easier to construct than other roof styles, such as hip roofs ...

Both gable and hip roofs have different variations on the basic design. Some homes combine the two roof types or incorporate other roof styles to create a more complex and interesting finished look.

In short, no pun intended, it is a gable roof that has been cut off or clipped. The effect is a roof line that folds or leans back into the ridge. The origin of the design dates to medieval times ...