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windows

The correct spelling is windows.

How to pronounce windows

/ˈwɪndəʊz/
noun

IPA: /ˈwɪndəʊz/

Say it like: Win-dow-s

The correct spelling is windows. The inedible parts of a grain-producing plant. For example: "To separate out the chaff, early cultures tossed baskets of grain into the air and let the wind blow away the lighter chaff."

Usage Examples

To separate out the chaff, early cultures tossed baskets of grain into the air and let the wind blow away the lighter chaff.

launch window;  window of opportunity;  You have a two-hour window of clear weather to finish working on the lawn.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The inedible parts of a grain-producing plant.
  2. 2.Straw or hay cut up fine for the food of cattle.
  3. 3.Any excess or unwanted material, resource, or person; anything worthless.
  4. 4.Light jesting talk; banter; raillery.
  5. 5.Loose material, e.g. small strips of aluminum foil dropped from aircraft, intended to interfere with radar detection.

verb

  1. 1.To furnish with windows.
  2. 2.To place at or in a window.

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