Pronunciation

/kəˈrtɪn/

Definitions

• Noun: A piece of hanging fabric or material, usually made of heavy cloth, that is used to cover a window or partition to block light, sound, or view. For example: “The stage curtains opened to reveal the lead actor.”
• Verb: To lower or close (a curtain) to block light or visibility. For example: “She drew the curtains to darken the room.”
• Adjective: Characterizing or relating to a covering, especially a hanging one, for windows or doors. For example: “A velvet curtain adds elegance to the living room.”

Phrases

• “Pull back the curtains” means to open them to let in light.
• “Stage curtains” are those used in theaters.
• “Sheer curtains” allow some light to pass through.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The old theater had heavy velvet curtains that could be drawn across the stage.”
• Verb: “In the morning, she likes to wake up slowly by opening the curtains slowly.”
• Adjective: “The apartment had large, floor-to-ceiling curtains that softened the view outside.”

Synonyms

• Drapes
• Sheer
• Blinds
• Valance
• Screen
• Partition

Antonyms

• Open
• Transparent
• Bare (window)