English dictionary
window
/'w/I/nd/oU/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back; usually is capable of being opened
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a transparent panel (as of an envelope) inserted in an otherwise opaque material
Source: WordNet 3.0
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an opening that resembles a window in appearance or function
ExamplesHe could see them through a window in the trees.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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the time period that is considered best for starting or finishing something
ExamplesThe expanded window will give us time to catch the thieves.
They had a window of less than an hour when an attack would have succeeded.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a pane of glass in a window
ExamplesThe ball shattered the window.
Synonyms windowpaneSource: WordNet 3.0
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an opening in a wall or screen that admits light and air and through which customers can be served
ExamplesHe stuck his head in the window.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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(computer science) a rectangular part of a computer screen that contains a display different from the rest of the screen
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An opening in the wall of a building for the admission of light and air, usually closed by casements or sashes containing some transparent material, as glass, and capable of being opened and shut at pleasure.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To furnish with windows.
Source: webster1913