Synonyms for oriel

Most common

window · bay

All synonyms

Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   A large polygonal recess in a building, such as a bay window, forming a protrusion on the outer wall.

Forms

Plural

oriels → windows, bays…

Example sentences

• window Since the weather is so good, can I open a window?
• bay A large number of boats lay at anchor in the bay.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

3 letters

bay¹

6 letters

window²

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (window² = 2 syllables).