Pronunciation

/windows/

Definitions

Noun

A window is a:

1. An opening in a wall or building to admit light, air, or view, usually with glass panes: “She opened the window to let in some fresh air.”
2. (Computing) An interface or screen on a device that displays information and allows user interaction: “The application has a sleek new window design.”
3. (Metaphorically) An insight or viewpoint: “His perspective provided a new window into the problem.”

Verb

To window (as in “window shop”):

1. To look through the windows of stores without necessarily intending to buy anything: “She enjoyed window shopping along the high street.”
2. (Computing) To display a particular window or screen: “The program windows the user interface based on their preferences.”

Adjective

• Windowed: Having windows; characterized by windows: “The apartment has large windowed rooms.”
• Windowsill: The sill of a window: “She sat on the windowsill, enjoying the view.”

Preposition

• By the window: Near or in front of a window: “He likes to work by the window.”
• In the window: Displayed or featured prominently in a window: “The latest book release was in the window.”

Interjection

• Not applicable for this word as an interjection.

Phrases

• “Look out the window” means to gaze outside through a window.
• “Window shopping” is the act of browsing in stores without making a purchase.
• “Keep the window open” is a request to maintain a通风口.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She sat by the window, admiring the sunset.”
• Verb: “I’ll just window-shop around the mall for a bit.”
• Adjective: “The library has a cozy reading room with floor-to-ceiling windowpanes.”
• Preposition: “The flowers caught his eye as he passed by the window.”

Synonyms

• Open space
• Transparency
• Glass opening
• Viewport
• Casement
• Portico
• Orifice (informal)