bay window

noun

1
: a window or series of windows forming a bay in a room and projecting outward from the wall
2

Examples of bay window in a Sentence

he shopped the company's big and tall line for shirts to fit his bay window
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An entry foyer displaying a curving staircase introduces the house, with a wide set of steps emptying out at a vestibule that flows to an elegant living room spotlighted by a walk-in bay window and French doors spilling outside. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 8 Jan. 2025 For example, displaying a tree in front of a large bay window facing the front yard. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024 From there, an entry foyer donning a traditional staircase flows to a living room adorned with a large bay window and an 18th-century marble fireplace. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 20 Nov. 2024 From the grand scale and seamless flow of the spaces to the impeccable architectural detailing with dramatic elements like bay windows and grand arches that frame beautiful, expansive views, the residences at The Henry are elevated and very special. Emma Kershaw, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bay window 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bay window was in the 15th century

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“Bay window.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bay%20window. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

bay window

noun
: a window or set of windows that sticks out from the wall of a building

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