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jalousie

[jal-uh-see, zhal-oo-zee] / ˈdʒæl əˌsi, ˈʒæl ʊˌzi /


NOUN
Venetian blind
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NOUN
window shade
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Dr Green said modern architectural trends are worsening resilience and the move from traditional jalousie windows with slats to fixed glass can leave buildings more exposed.

From BBC

Her family’s home lacked air conditioning, but they didn’t need it: their jalousie windows let in the sea breeze.

From Washington Post

I’m replacing the old jalousie windows with full-length screens and putting in a beadboard ceiling.

From Seattle Times

Interior walls were built as jalousies to allow air to flow through the entire house.

From Washington Times

The home has vaulted ceilings and jalousie windows.

From Washington Post