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Definition window in British English

window noun

[countable] noun
/ˈwɪndəʊ/
1

a frame in a wall with glass in it that lets light and air into a room and lets you see what is outside

Example

She just stood there staring out of the window.

Example

Through the window he saw a figure coming up the path.

Example

She was watching him from an upstairs window.

Example

Do you mind if I open a window?

Synonyms and related words
back door bay window bow window
1.1

a similar frame in a vehicle

Example

a car with electric windows

Synonyms and related words
armor armour axle
1.2

a similar frame in a shop, used especially for showing goods to the public

Example

What size are those shoes in the window?

Synonyms and related words
bargain basement cash desk changing room
2

one of the different work areas on a computer screen

Example

Click on the X to close the window.

Synonyms and related words
active window avatar bar
3

a part of some envelopes that you can see through in order to read the address printed on the letter

Synonyms and related words
binder blotter blotting paper
4

a period of time when you can do something

Example

I've got a window on Friday when I could see you.

Definition window in British English

Related Words

Words related to window:

a window something (phrase) active window (noun) bay window (noun) bow window (noun) casement (noun) dormer (noun) oriel window (noun) out (of) the window (phrase) Overton window (noun) picture window (noun) rose window (noun) sash window (noun) shop window (noun) transfer window (noun) window (noun) window box (noun) window cleaner (noun) window dressing (noun) window frame (noun) window ledge (noun) window of opportunity (noun) window pane (noun) window seat (noun) window-shopping (noun)