Definition

A type of window that is built into a small structure that sticks out from a sloping roof, often used to add light and space to an upper floor.

Example

The architect designed a beautiful dormer to let more light into the attic.

Conversation

Have you seen the new house they bought?

Yes, I love that dormer window on the top floor!

It really adds character to the place, doesn't it?

Absolutely! I think it makes the whole house feel more spacious.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dormer → The word originates from Old French *dormir*, meaning to sleep, combined with the suffix '-er', which indicates a person or thing that performs a specific action. A dormer is a structure that allows light and space into a room, often associated with sleeping areas in attics or upper floors.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for 'to sleep' — 'dormir' — and remember that a dormer is a structure that brings light into a space where people often sleep.

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