louvred

lou·vre

L l

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [loo-ver]
- /ˈlu vər/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [loo-ver]
- /ˈlu vər/

Definitions of louvred word

verb with object louvred to make a louver in; add louvers to: to louver a door. 1
noun louvred 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 louvred a fin or slat framing such an opening. 1
noun louvred a ventilating turret or lantern, as on the roof of a medieval building. 1
noun louvred 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 louvred a door, window, or the like, having adjustable louvers. 1

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Origin of louvred

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 Louvred

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louvred popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 54% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 72% 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.

louvred usage trend in Literature

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