World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesBarred Window
/bɑrd ˈwɪn.doʊ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A window that is secured with bars to prevent entry or exit.
"The old prison was notorious for its barred windows, making escape nearly impossible." - 2
A window designed for security, often found in high-crime areas.
"In the city, many homes have barred windows to deter burglars."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'barred window' combines 'barred', derived from the Old English 'bera', meaning 'to protect or secure', and 'window', from the Old Norse 'vindauga', meaning 'wind eye'. The phrase evolved to describe a window secured with bars for safety or security purposes.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Barred Window"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Barred Window" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
fenêtre barrée
Transliteration: fənɛtʁ baʁe
"La vieille prison avait des fenêtres barrées."
verbarred Fenster
Transliteration: fɛʁˈbaːʁt ˈfɛnstɐ
"Das alte Gefängnis hatte verbarred Fenster."
finestra con barre
Transliteration: fiˈnɛstra kon ˈbarre
"La prigione aveva finestre con barre."
ventana con barrotes
Transliteration: benˈtana kon baˈrotes
"La cárcel tenía ventanas con barrotes."
janela com barras
Transliteration: ʒaˈnɛla kõ ˈbaʁɐs
"A prisão tinha janelas com barras."
बार वाली खिड़की
Transliteration: bār vālī khiṛkī
"पुरानी जेल में बार वाली खिड़कियाँ थीं।"
有栅栏的窗户
Transliteration: yǒu zhàlán de chuānghù
"这座监狱有栅栏的窗户。"
바가 있는 창문
Transliteration: baga itneun changmun
"그 감옥에는 바가 있는 창문이 있었다."
バー付きの窓
Transliteration: bā tsuki no mado
"その刑務所にはバー付きの窓があった。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Barred Window"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.