CASEMENTS

Noun

casements

plural of casement

Source: Wiktionary


CASEMENT

Case"ment, n. Etym: [Shortened fr. encasement. See Incase 1st Case, and cf. Incasement.] (Arch.)

Definition: A window sash opening on hinges affixed to the upright side of the frame into which it is fitted. (Poetically) A window. A casement of the great chamber window. Shak.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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