cill

/sɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A slatted side or upper window of a building, typically consisting of two or more horizontal bars.

“The cills of the old windows needed to be painted.”

2. verb

To make the sides of a building, typically a window opening, sloping or angled.

“The cill was added to the new extension.”

Synonyms

  • lintel
  • sill