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louver

lou·ver
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [loo-ver]
    • /ˈlu vər/
    • /ˈluː.vər/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [loo-ver]
    • /ˈlu vər/

Definitions of louver word

  • noun louver any of a series of narrow openings framed at their longer edges with slanting, overlapping fins or slats, adjustable for admitting light and air while shutting out rain. 1
  • noun louver a fin or slat framing such an opening. 1
  • noun louver a ventilating turret or lantern, as on the roof of a medieval building. 1
  • noun louver any of a system of slits formed in the hood of an automobile, the door of a metal locker, etc., used especially for ventilation. 1
  • noun louver a door, window, or the like, having adjustable louvers. 1
  • verb with object louver to make a louver in; add louvers to: to louver a door. 1

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Origin of louver

First appearance:

before 1325
One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English lover < Middle French lovier < Middle Dutch love gallery. See lobby

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Parts of speech for Louver

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

louver popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

louver usage trend in Literature

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Top questions with louver

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