Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sill
noun
/sɪl/
Definition
A horizontal piece of wood or stone at the bottom of a window or door.
Examples
- The window sill was covered in dust after months of neglect.
- She placed a flower pot on the ledge of the sill to brighten up the room.
- The carpenter had to replace the damaged sill before installing the new window.
Meaning
A sill provides support for the structure above it and can also help to keep out water.
Synonyms
- ledge
- lintel
- threshold
