Meaning of the word curtain in English

What does curtain mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

curtain

US /ˈkɝː.tən/

UK /ˈkɝː.tən/

Noun

a piece of material suspended at the top to form a screen, typically one of a pair for a window or one in a theater that hides the stage from the audience

Example:

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She drew the curtains to block out the morning sun.

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The audience applauded as the curtain rose.

Synonym:

drape blind screen shutter veil

a barrier or screen of a specified type

Example:

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A curtain of mist obscured the view.

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The iron curtain divided Europe during the Cold War.

Synonym:

barrier screen veil shroud

Verb

provide (a window or other opening) with a curtain or curtains

Example:

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She decided to curtain the large bay window.

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The stage was curtained off before the show began.

Synonym:

drape screen cover shroud

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