window Meaning and Definition

1. n. a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

2. n. a transparent opening in a vehicle that allow vision out of the sides or back; usually is capable of being opened

3. n. a transparent panel (as of an envelope) inserted in an otherwise opaque material

4. n. (computer science) a rectangular part of a computer screen that contains a display different from the rest of the screen

5. n. an opening in the wall of a building (usually to admit light and air)

6. n. a pane of glass in a window

7. n. an opening that resembles a window in appearance or function

8. n. the time period that is considered best for starting or finishing something