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queen anne window

Construction; Windows

A window with small glass windows or lights arranged in various forms, usually only on the upper sash. Appeared l870s.

projected window

Construction; Windows

Awning type window that swings either inwards or outwards at the top or the bottom. The window usually may be cleaned from the inside.

quarrel

Construction; Windows

A diamond- or square-shaped glass piece set diagonally. A medieval term for small panes of glass set diagonally in Gothic windows.

prime window

Construction; Windows

Window with single or multiple glazing. A storm sash may be installed.

prime sash

Construction; Windows

Balanced or moving sash of a window unit.

pivot window units

Construction; Windows

Window units in which the sash hardware is located near the midpoint of the stile or rail to permit sash rotation.

parting slip

Construction; Windows

A thin wood strip separating the sash weights in the weight box of each jamb of old double-hung windows.

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