transom (Meaning)
transom (n)
a window above a door that is usually hinged to a horizontal crosspiece over the door
a horizontal crosspiece across a window or separating a door from a window over it
transom (n.)
A horizontal crossbar in a window, over a door, or between a door and a window above it. is the horizontal, as mullion is the vertical, bar across an opening. See Illust. of Mullion.
One of the principal transverse timbers of the stern, bolted to the sternpost and giving shape to the stern structure; -- called also transsummer.
The piece of wood or iron connecting the cheeks of some gun carriages.
The vane of a cross-staff.
One of the crossbeams connecting the side frames of a truck with each other.
Synonyms & Antonyms of transom
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transom Sentence Examples
- The heavy wooden transom served as a sturdy lintel above the doorway.
- The stained glass transom depicted a vibrant scene of birds in flight.
- The transom window provided ample natural light to the attic room.
- The storm's relentless gusts rattled the transom against its frame.
- As the sun began its descent, shadows danced across the ornate transom.
- The transom door swung open, revealing a secret passageway hidden behind.
- The sailor peered through the polished transom of the ship's stern.
- The transom of the carriage was adorned with intricate carvings.
- The barn's transom windows allowed for ventilation during hot summer days.
- The transom was the only part of the old church that had survived the devastating fire.
FAQs About the word transom
a window above a door that is usually hinged to a horizontal crosspiece over the door, a horizontal crosspiece across a window or separating a door from a windo
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The heavy wooden transom served as a sturdy lintel above the doorway.
The stained glass transom depicted a vibrant scene of birds in flight.
The transom window provided ample natural light to the attic room.
The storm's relentless gusts rattled the transom against its frame.
