insectscreenwindow

noun

UK /ˈɪnsekt skriːn ˈwɪndəʊ/

US /ˈɪnsekt skriːn ˈwɪndoʊ/

A window with a special net that keeps bugs out.

We opened the insectscreenwindow to let in fresh air without letting mosquitoes in.

SYNONYMS

screened window bug screen window mesh window mosquito net window

RELATED WORDS

screen mesh window frame ventilation netting

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A window covering made of fine mesh used to block flying insects.

The insectscreenwindow was torn, so flies kept getting into the kitchen.

3. A protective window panel installed in homes in areas with many bugs.

They installed an insectscreenwindow in every room of the cabin.

4. A window fitted with a removable insect screen for summer.

During summer, we put the insectscreenwindow back on the porch.