window

• Ouverture dans un mur, une porte, un toit ou un véhicule qui laisse passer la lumière et l'air, généralement fermée par du verre. Peut aussi désigner une vitrine ou une zone d'affichage sur un écran.

A noun referring to an opening in a wall, door, roof, or vehicle that allows light and air to enter, typically filled with glass.

1. Opening in a wallA1formal

   An opening in the wall or roof of a building, fitted with glass to allow light and air in.

   Fenêtre (ouverture dans un mur)

   • Open the window to let some fresh air in.
   • She looked out of the window and saw the rain.
   • The window was broken during the storm.

2. Computer interfaceA2formalIT

   A graphical area on a computer screen that displays information or an application.

   Fenêtre (informatique)

   • Click on the window to open the file.
   • The browser window froze and I had to restart.
   • Minimize the window to see the desktop.

3. Opportunity periodC1formal

   A limited period of time during which something can be done.

   Fenêtre (de tir)

   • We have a small window to complete the negotiations.
   • The launch window for the rocket is very narrow.
   • There is a window of opportunity for investment now.

   Synonymeschanceintervalopeningopportunityperiodslotspan