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window

window

49 3.7
A rectangular area on a computer screen that shows information separately from other areas
  • noun
  • /ˈwɪndoʊ/
: ventana
  • If you want to compare images, you can open each one in a separate window.
  • open a window
  • output window

What did expanding that window out look like?

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Examples

  • What evidence does the display window give about fashion, fads, or trends?

    Academic text (1999)
  • To improve the scheduling of instructions that are near window boundaries, the windows are overlapped.

    Academic text (1994)
  • So the main window is the first one I got done.

  • Let's clear the window and launch the command.

  • Would you like me to open a window?

  • Mind if I close the window?

  • This is a subset, a small window in your screen.

  • So close all the tabs, close all the windows, turn off the apps.

  • Your tablet slash laptop doesn't have a window, does it?

  • To send the file, please open a new window and drag the document into it.

Synonyms

panel
vswindow
  • Specialized
19 4.5

A small window on screen that shows options or settings

is a general rectangular display not limited to requests or temporary prompts
pop-up
vswindow
19 3.4

A small window that suddenly appears on your computer screen

is a persistent rectangular area showing information independently, not appearing suddenly
popup
vswindow
  • Texting
6 3.3

A small window that appears on a computer screen to show information or ads

is a stable rectangular area that stays visible rather than appearing suddenly
frame
vswindow
  • Texting
5 5.7

A part of a web page that shows separate content and can scroll on its own

is a general rectangular area shown independently and not tied to multi-section layouts

Antonyms

1 3.5

A mode that fills the whole screen and hides window borders and toolbars

Idioms

28 7.5

An idea or hope that is suddenly ignored and can no longer happen

A joking remark to someone who stands in the way and blocks the view

Compounds

23 1.0

A window in a car used to look outside and let air in

15 2.1

A long bench by a window for sitting and enjoying the view

window dressing
  • Informal
12 5.6

An action that makes something look better than it really is to hide problems

A window made of small colored glass pieces that makes colored light, often in churches

12 2.5

A back window of a car that lets the driver and passengers see behind

10 2.0

A front window of a shop that shows goods to people passing by

9 1.9

The fixed part around a window that holds it in the wall

A large fixed window made of one big piece of glass that gives a clear view outside

9 3.1

A window that sticks out from the wall and makes extra space inside

6 1.8

A person who cleans the glass on windows of buildings

5 1.0

A flat piece of clear glass that sits in a window or door to let light in

5 3.6

A second window placed outside a main window to keep out bad weather

4 2.9

A long narrow container for growing plants on a windowsill

4 2.0

A piece of material you pull down to block light or give privacy at a window

3 3.7

A pair of glass doors that open onto a garden or balcony

3 2.3

A thin net that fits over a window to keep insects out while letting air in

A large front shop window that shows goods to attract customers

A place at a station or theatre where people buy tickets

Cleaning the glass on windows to remove dirt

2 2.3

A small device attached to a window that keeps it closed and stops people opening it

2 2.2

A cover for a window that blocks light and gives privacy

A window with side hinges that opens outward like a door

A way to learn about other countries and cultures

A window that sticks out from a sloping roof to give more light and space

A person who arranges and decorates shop windows to attract customers

A window that opens by moving sideways in its frame

1 1.6

A person who cleans windows on buildings or vehicles for money

1 8.2

A large round window with colored glass and stone patterns like a flower, often in cathedrals

1 4.6

A frame that holds the glass in a window and can move to open it

sash window
  • Specialized
1 4.3

A window with one or more panels that slide up and down

1 3.1

A window at the front of a shop that shows goods to attract people

1 4.7

A window that sticks out from a wall in a gentle curve to give more light and space

A window with two parts that can both slide up and down

1 3.2

Natural light that comes into a room through a window

1 5.6

A window with slanted glass slats that open to let air and light in

A display of items in a shop window to attract customers

An envelope with a clear window that shows the address on the paper inside

1 4.2

A single piece of glass in a window

A small window above a door that can open to let in light or air

1 9.9

An opening in a top or dress that shows part of the chest

lancet window
  • Specialized
1 9.6

A tall narrow window with a pointed top often in old churches

1 3.3

An online page, like a shop website or social media, that shows products to attract customers

oriel window
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A window that sticks out from an upper wall, sits on a bracket, and does not reach the ground

bay window
  • Archaic
8.9

A large round belly that sticks out

round window
  • Specialized
7.6

A small opening in the inner ear wall that leads to the part that senses sound

oval window
  • Specialized
8.0

A small membrane-covered opening in the middle ear that passes vibrations from the ear bone to the inner ear

A window that turns around a central point to open horizontally or vertically

window oyster
  • Philippine
9.9

A large thin shell from a sea animal used for food and crafts

A person who plans and sets up displays in shop windows to attract customers

9.9

A small thin square of gelatin that contains the drug LSD

How Big

window
49 3.7
dialog box
  • Specialized
6 3.2

Surface Forms

window singular
windows plural

Etymology

Window for a computer screen comes from the real window idea. A computer window is a framed 'opening' on the screen that shows information or another place, just like a real window lets you look out.