bow window

bow win·dow

B b

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [bou win-doh]
- /baʊ ˈwɪn doʊ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [bou win-doh]
- /baʊ ˈwɪn doʊ/

Definitions of bow window words

noun bow window a bay window in the shape of a curve 3
noun bow window a bay window built in a curve 3
noun bow window a rounded bay window. 1
noun bow window (architecture) A curved, bow-shaped window space projecting outward from the main walls of a building, similar to a bay window. 0

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Origin of bow window

First appearance:

before 1745

One of the 47% newest English words

First recorded in 1745-55

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Parts of speech for Bow window

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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bow window popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 74% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for bow window

noun bow window

niche — an ornamental recess in a wall or the like, usually semicircular in plan and arched, as for a statue or other decorative object.
recess — temporary withdrawal or cessation from the usual work or activity.
opening — an open or clear space.
nook — a corner, as in a room.
compartment — A compartment is one of the separate spaces into which a railway carriage is divided.

All 6 Synonyms of bow window