Associations to the word «Fanlight»

Wiktionary

FANLIGHT, noun. A semicircular or semioval window over a door or other window, normally having a fan-like structure of ribs; sometimes hinged to the transom

Dictionary definition

FANLIGHT, noun. A window above a door that is usually hinged to a horizontal crosspiece over the door.
FANLIGHT, noun. A window in a roof to admit daylight.
FANLIGHT, noun. A semicircular window over a door or window; usually has sash bars like the ribs of a fan.

Wise words

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