picture window

noun

: an outsize usually single-paned window designed to frame an exterior view

Examples of picture window in a Sentence

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The first floor welcomes you with generous living and dining spaces that flow seamlessly toward a picture window framing serene forest views. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 23 May 2025 He was led into a conference room with a large picture window. Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 22 May 2025 After a soft opening last summer, the 30-room property is now complete with a trio of new villas and a three-seat wine bar with a picture window overlooking the ocean. Jinnie Lee Laura Regensdorf Elissa Suh Roxanne Fequiere, New York Times, 15 May 2025 Lush pothos climb the tall white walls, draping over large picture windows. Emily Bloch, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for picture window

Word History

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of picture window was in 1938

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“Picture window.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/picture%20window. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

picture window

noun
: a large window designed to frame a view
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