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Meaning of Sill
The primary meaning of the word "sill" is a horizontal piece of wood or stone at the bottom of a window or door frame.
Definitions
- A horizontal piece of wood or stone at the bottom of a window or door frame
- * The lowest part of a window frame
- * A ledge or horizontal piece of wood or stone at the base of a wall or foundation
Etymology of Sill
The word "sill" originates from Old English "syl" or "sylle", also from Old Norse "syl", related to "sylan" which means to sink or to settle, likely due to its function as a base or foundation
The term has been used in English since the 9th century to describe a horizontal piece of wood or stone at the bottom of a window or door frame
Example Uses
- The window sill was wide enough to hold a row of potted plants
- * The door sill was worn smooth by years of use
- * The sill of the bridge was damaged in the flood