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windowsill (noun)

A windowsill is the horizontal ledge or shelf at the bottom of a window frame. It can be located on either the interior or exterior of a building and is often used for decoration or structural support.

💬 Example

"The cat is sleeping on the sunny windowsill."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Window' where you 'Sit' and 'Ill' (chill). Windowsill is where you sit to chill and look out the window.

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

The cat is in the windowsill. → The cat is on the windowsill.

I cleaned the window seal. → I cleaned the windowsill.

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