Definitions

1. noun

a hanging piece of fabric or other material used to conceal or decorate a window, door, or wall

“She carefully pulled back the curtain to let in some sunlight.”

2. verb

to cover or conceal something with a curtain

“The stagehands quickly curtained the set to prepare for the next scene.”

3. verb

to end or bring to a close a theatrical performance or a period of activity

“The play will curtain at midnight.”