storm window

noun

: a sash placed outside an ordinary window as a protection against severe weather

called also storm sash

Examples of storm window in a Sentence

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Among her updates were a geothermal heating and cooling system, installed additional insulation below the roof, and had custom storm windows designed and placed inside the original art glass windows. Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 6 Sep. 2024 In general, storm windows tend to be cheaper than replacement windows, but many homeowners feel replacement windows are a better investment. Sara Kendall, Miami Herald, 22 May 2024 Stern said those with older homes who have original storm windows can also have those windows restored or even custom-made and that those windows will help save money on heating bills over time. Joanne Kempinger Demski, Journal Sentinel, 13 June 2024 Modern storm windows have low-E glass to reflect sunlight away from the house. Sara Kendall, Miami Herald, 22 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for storm window 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of storm window was circa 1888

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“Storm window.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/storm%20window. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

storm window

noun
: a glass window that is placed outside an ordinary window as a protection against severe weather
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