window
Translation
window
Examples
Please open the window.
Please open the window.
I looked out of the window.
I looked out of the window.
There is a small window of opportunity.
There is a small window of opportunity.
Grammar Patterns
((a window)) an opening in a wall or vehicle. Please open the window.
((a window of opportunity)) a short period of time to do something. There is a small window of opportunity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pane, casement
Etymology
From Old Norse 'vindauga', from 'vindr' (wind) + 'auga' (eye). Literally a 'wind-eye'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as an 'eye' in the wall that lets the 'wind' in.