Curtain off

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verb

To separate or divide a space or area by using a curtain.

They decided to curtain off the kitchen from the living room to cut down on noise.
Visual representation of "curtain off" - To separate or divide a space or area by using a curtain.

Often appears as...

  • curtain off the bedroom
  • curtain off a corner
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Visual representation of "curtain off"
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Privacy Creation

Use 'curtain off' when someone wants to create a private space within a larger area.

Illustration for Privacy Creation
She decided to curtain off a section of the dorm room for her study area.
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Temporary Division

'Curtain off' implies a division that is not permanent; it can be easily set up or removed.

Illustration for Temporary Division
For the play, they curtained off part of the gym to serve as backstage.
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Visual Barrier

The phrase indicates creating a barrier that blocks view but not necessarily sound.

Illustration for Visual Barrier
During the renovation, the couple curtained off the living area to hide the mess.
Visual representation of the word "Curtain off"

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