Saltbox (noun)

1. A type of house characterized by a long, sloping roof that slopes down to the rear and is framed by two sloping sides.
2. A wooden box used for storing salt, especially in the colonial era.

Origin:

Derived from the shape of its roof, which resembles an old-fashioned wooden box used to store salt.

Examples:

1. The old saltbox was the only remaining structure from the early colonial settlement.
2. This saltbox has a unique sloping roof design which was quite common in the colonial era.
3. The historic saltbox is now a museum showcasing colonial life.
4. The long sloping roof of the saltbox allowed snow to slide off in winter.
5. The saltbox was painted a beautiful shade of red, adding to its charming appearance.