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casement

|case-ment|

B2

/ˈkeɪsmənt/

window frame

Etymology
Etymology Information

'casement' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'casement,' where 'case' meant 'frame.'

Historical Evolution

'casement' changed from the Old French word 'cassement' and eventually became the modern English word 'casement'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a frame or casing,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a window attached to its frame by hinges.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a window that is attached to its frame by one or more hinges at the side.

The old house had beautiful casement windows that opened outward.

Synonyms

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