Meaning of the word windowsill in English

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

windowsill

US /ˈwɪn.doʊ.sɪl/
UK /ˈwɪn.doʊ.sɪl/
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Noun

1.

a shelf or ledge at the bottom of a window, either inside or outside a building

Example:
She placed a potted plant on the windowsill.
Dust accumulated on the old windowsill.
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