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transom

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun transom has 2 senses
  1. transom, transom window, fanlight - a window above a door and hinged to a transom
    --1 is a kind of window
  2. transom, traverse - a horizontal crosspiece across a window or separating a door from a window over it
    --2 is a kind of crosspiece

Definitions from the Web

Transom

Noun: A horizontal beam or bar that separates a door from a window above it.

Sample Sentence: The beautiful stained glass transom above the front door added a touch of elegance to the house.

Noun: A small window above a door or another window.

Sample Sentence: She admired the view of the garden through the transom while standing in the hallway.

Noun: A horizontal crossbar in a sailboat's stern, supporting the upper edge of the rudderpost.

Sample Sentence: The strong transom provided stability to the rudderpost, ensuring smooth sailing in rough waters.

Noun: A small hinged flap on the rear edge of a car's trunk lid.

Sample Sentence: The transom of the car trunk made it convenient to load and unload large items.

Adjective: Popularity or fame in a local area.

Sample Sentence: She gained transom status after her art was displayed in the town's art gallery.

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