window; counter; interface
Meanings
5 senses · 14 examplesnoun
window
The opening in a wall for light and air.
Please open the window to let some air in.
Sunlight shines into the room from the window.
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He likes to sit by the window and read.
noun
the space in front of or beside a window
informalOften used with the retroflex suffix '儿' in spoken language.
The child is standing by the window looking outside.
She sits by the window looking at the distant scenery.
noun
counter; ticket window; service hatch
A small opening in a wall for transactions, often with a movable panel.
Please go to Window 3 to handle your business.
A long line has formed at the hospital registration window.
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The bank counter service hours are until 5 p.m.
noun
medium; showcase; interface
A metaphorical use meaning a place that reflects or displays a certain condition or phenomenon.
Customer service is a showcase of the company's image.
The eyes are the windows to the soul.
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This website is our window for external publicity.
noun
window (computing); GUI element
technicalA rectangular area on a computer screen that displays the contents of an application, document, or dialog box.
Please minimize this window.
You can open multiple browser windows at the same time.
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A warning dialog box popped up.