Curtain

usgb/ˈkɜːrtn/
noun

A piece of fabric or other material that hangs down to cover a window, stage, etc.

I closed the curtains to dim the room.
Visual representation of "curtain" - A piece of fabric or other material that hangs down to cover a window, stage, etc.

Often appears as...

  • close the curtains
  • open the curtains
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Visual representation of "curtain"
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Privacy Function

Curtains can be used to provide privacy by blocking the view from outside.

Illustration for Privacy Function
She drew the curtains to change clothes.
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Light Control

Curtains can be used to control the amount of sunlight entering a room.

Illustration for Light Control
Let's open the curtains to brighten up the room.
Visual representation of the word "Curtain"

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