bay window

noun

Synonyms of bay windownext
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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On one occasion, in a gesture of chivalry, a group of Italian friends threw roses to a woman sitting at the pool bar from the large bay windows of the Presidential Suite. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 22 May 2026 The primary bedroom is more nautical, though, thanks to a classic blue-and-white color scheme, striped bed linens, and bay windows that frame the waves. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 14 May 2026 The entry hall leads to a living room with a fireplace and bay window, according to its listing, and a library opens into the garden room. Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2026 Some feature vintage fireplaces, soaking tubs, and private balconies, while others have bay windows or garden-facing views; all benefit from generous natural light. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026 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 30 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

bay window

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

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