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Window

UK /["/ˈwɪndəʊ/"]/US /["/ˈwɪndəʊ/"]/

Definition

an opening in the wall or roof of a building, car, etc., usually covered with glass, that allows light and air to come in and people to see out; the glass in a window

In simple words: An opening in a wall with glass to let light in.

Examples

  • I looked out the window to see the garden.
  • Please open the window to let in some fresh air.
  • She installed a new window in her bedroom yesterday.
  • I can see the store from my window.
  • We always clean the window before the family visits.

Usage notes

Widely used in both casual and formal contexts. Avoid when talking about computer interfaces; specify 'computer window' instead.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'wind entering' through an opening in the wall.

Collocations

  • big
  • huge
  • large
  • gaze out (of)
  • glance out (of)
  • look out (of)
  • close
  • open
  • break
  • frame
  • ledge
  • pane
  • at the window
  • by the window
  • in the window
  • active
  • pop-up
  • browser
  • open
  • close
  • minimize
  • pop up

Synonyms

  • pane
  • opening
  • glass
  • view

Antonyms

  • door
  • wall

Common mistakes

  • Confusing the term with 'door'.
  • Using it in place of 'pane' when referring to glass.
  • Not using 'the' when talking about a specific window.