Meaning of Pelmet | Babel Free
ˈpɛlmɪtDefinitions
A decorative item that is placed above a window to hide the curtain mechanisms, visually similar to a cornice or valance.
Equivalents
Examples
“Sun blinds (recessed in a pelmet) were provided for all windows, except in the corridors.”
“The pelmets and mirrors, the spotlights and blinds, seemed rich in criticism.”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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