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transom

/trænzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does transom mean?

noun

A horizontal or sloping board above a window or door, often decorated with carvings or other ornaments. In nautical contexts, the transom is the flat surface at the back of a boat.

Example

"The transom above the front door was beautifully carved with intricate patterns."

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